Orlando, Fla. – Strong storms could dampen travel and outdoor plans across Central Florida Thursday, with thunder and heavy rain likely by late morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Melbourne, thunderstorms are expected to develop after 11 a.m. Thursday, with a 70% chance of rain through the afternoon. Isolated downpours could impact traffic on I-4, especially near downtown Orlando and tourist corridors like International Drive. Winds from the southeast will remain light, but sudden gusts and frequent lightning are possible in storm cells.
Drivers should allow extra time during the midday commute and avoid flooded streets. Outdoor activities may need to be postponed as rain chances linger into Thursday night, tapering off by 2 a.m. Friday. Highs Thursday will reach 91°F with humidity pushing the heat index even higher.
Looking ahead, Friday brings another round of scattered storms, especially after 11 a.m., with highs again near 91°F. The pattern continues through the weekend, with daily storm chances and muggy conditions holding strong into next week.
🌤️ Five-Day Orlando Weather Outlook (June 11–16)
- Wednesday: High 91°F, storms likely after 5 p.m.
- Thursday: 70% chance of storms after 11 a.m., high near 91°F
- Friday: Scattered storms after 11 a.m., high 91°F
- Saturday: Thunderstorms likely by afternoon, high 91°F
- Sunday: Showers likely before 8 p.m., high near 91°F
- Monday: 50% chance of storms, partly sunny, high 92°F
