Orlando, Florida – Strong thunderstorms could disrupt outdoor plans across Central Florida Saturday afternoon, with heavy rain and lightning likely by 4 p.m.
According to the National Weather Service in Melbourne, a 70% chance of thunderstorms is expected Saturday across Orange and Seminole counties, especially along I-4 and downtown Orlando. Winds may gust near 25 mph with rainfall amounts between a quarter and half an inch — though localized downpours could bring more. Residents are advised to avoid non-essential travel after 3 p.m. and monitor weather alerts.
After a brief overnight lull, Sunday follows a similar pattern with storms building in the late morning and persisting into the evening. Highs will stay near 92°F throughout the weekend, with elevated humidity and only light southwest winds offering minimal relief. Heat index values could climb past 100°F during sun breaks.
By Monday and Tuesday, storm chances remain high, with daily thunderstorm activity likely after 2 p.m. A typical summer pattern continues, but travel delays, street flooding, and brief power outages remain concerns.
Five-Day Weather Snapshot (June 27 – July 2):
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 92°F; p.m. storms likely (60%)
- Saturday: High 93°F; storms likely after 3 p.m. (70%)
- Sunday: High 92°F; strong storms after 11 a.m. (60%)
- Monday: Slight a.m. storms; p.m. storms likely (60%), high 92°F
- Tuesday: Rain and thunderstorms (70%), high near 91°F
