Orlando, Fla. – Thunderstorms will target Central Florida Tuesday afternoon, slowing traffic along the I-4 corridor and soaking much of Orlando through the evening rush. Residents should prepare for ponding on roadways, reduced visibility, and the chance of brief power outages as the first week of September begins stormy.
According to the National Weather Service in Melbourne, scattered storms will fire after 11 a.m. Tuesday, intensifying through the afternoon. Winds could gust to 25 mph in heavier downpours, and rainfall totals may exceed a half-inch in spots. Drivers are urged to allow extra travel time, particularly near downtown Orlando, Sanford, and Kissimmee, where heavy rain is most likely.
The unsettled pattern will linger into midweek. Afternoon heating will fuel daily rounds of storms across Central Florida, with the most consistent coverage expected Wednesday and Thursday. Theme parks and outdoor events should anticipate interruptions as lightning delays remain likely.
Heat will also factor in, with highs climbing into the upper 80s and heat index readings in the low to mid-90s. Humidity will stay oppressive, especially during non-storm hours, keeping outdoor activity uncomfortable.
By late week, rain chances trend slightly lower, though isolated storms remain possible into Saturday. A ridge of high pressure could bring brief breaks of sunshine Friday, but the muggy air will stay firmly in place. Residents should remain weather-aware and check back for advisories as storms continue.
Five Day Forecast for Orlando, FL
- Tuesday: Thunderstorms after 11 a.m., high near 88. Gusts to 25 mph.
- Wednesday: Scattered thunderstorms, partly sunny, high near 89.
- Thursday: Numerous afternoon storms, high near 91. Evening storms likely.
- Friday: Partly sunny, isolated storms, high near 91. Low near 75.
- Saturday: Afternoon storm chance, high near 93. Calmer overnight.
