Florida Summer Storm Alert: Orlando Faces Sunday Rain and Thunder by Midday — Stay Dry Ahead of July 4th

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Orlando, FL – Storms will build across Central Florida by late morning Sunday, threatening outdoor plans and road conditions, especially along the I-4 corridor.

According to the National Weather Service, Orlando faces a 60% chance of thunderstorms beginning around 11 a.m. Sunday, with gusty winds and heavy rainfall possible through the evening. Rain totals could reach up to half an inch in some areas. If you’re planning to drive or attend outdoor events, consider postponing until later in the day or preparing for wet weather.

Localized storms could disrupt Sunday travel across Orange, Seminole, and Osceola counties. South-southwest winds up to 9 mph may shift conditions quickly. Lightning and ponding on roads are the main risks, particularly near downtown Orlando and along I-4. Use caution during afternoon travel and avoid flooded streets.

Sunday evening will remain mostly cloudy, with chances of lingering showers before tapering off overnight. Temperatures stay warm, with a high near 89°F and a low around 73°F.

Looking ahead, stormy conditions will dominate much of the upcoming week:

🔭 6-Day Central Florida Weather Outlook:

  • Sunday (Jun 29): Thunderstorms likely after 11 a.m., high of 89°F.
  • Monday: Showers and storms again after 11 a.m., high of 88°F.
  • Tuesday: Slight chance of storms, high near 90°F.
  • Wednesday: 70% storm chance after 2 p.m., high of 89°F.
  • Thursday: Storms likely, high near 88°F.
  • 🧨 4th of July (Friday): Storms likely by mid-afternoon, 70% chance, high of 88°F — keep alternate indoor plans ready.

Storm chances stay elevated through the holiday, so monitor local alerts and have backup plans for Independence Day gatherings.

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