As spring weather heats up across Florida, Orlando is in for a soggy stretch of showers and thunderstorms starting Tuesday, May 13. The National Weather Service is warning locals of unsettled weather, with the potential for up to a 40% chance of thunderstorms during the afternoon hours. Expect wet conditions to linger into the evening, as rainfall accumulations could exceed a quarter-inch, affecting travel and outdoor plans.
According to the NWS, a high near 86°F is expected in Orlando on Tuesday, but conditions will feel more oppressive due to high humidity. Southeast winds around 10 mph could make the storms feel even more intense. The threat of thunderstorms increases as the day progresses, with the heaviest rain expected between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Tuesday. If you’re planning to travel along major roads like Interstate 4 or State Road 528, be prepared for reduced visibility and potential delays.
As we move into Wednesday, the showers will taper off, but temperatures will remain high, reaching 88°F, with partly cloudy skies. Orlando can expect to see slight chances of thunderstorms later in the day. The extended forecast shows a warm and mostly dry trend through the rest of the week, with temperatures climbing into the low 90s by Thursday and Friday. However, a light breeze from the southwest will help temper the heat somewhat.
5-Day Forecast Overview:
- Tuesday: High of 86°F, with 40% chance of thunderstorms; heavy rain likely.
- Wednesday: High of 88°F, with slight chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon.
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 92°F, with a southwest wind around 5 mph.
- Friday: Sunny, with a high near 94°F, continuing the warm trend.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 91°F.
