Florida wakes up warm and humid, with soft Gulf air already clinging to neighborhoods across Melbourne. The sun climbs quickly, and temperatures are on track to surge into the low 80s by early afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Melbourne, highs reach near 80 degrees today with a slight chance of showers developing after 1 p.m. East winds hold between 5 and 10 mph, with occasional gusts near 20 mph. Rain chances sit around 20 percent, but brief showers could dampen stretches of I-95 and U.S. 1 during the afternoon drive.
Partly cloudy skies settle in this evening with lows near 64. By midweek, the warmth intensifies. Highs climb to 83 degrees Wednesday with a 30 percent chance of showers after 1 p.m. Thursday pushes even hotter, near 85 degrees, with another round of spotty afternoon showers possible.
Friday peaks around 86 degrees under mostly sunny skies before isolated showers redevelop late day. This steady warming trend delivers early Spring Heat across Brevard County. Stay hydrated and plan outdoor breaks carefully during peak sun.
We spring clocks ahead at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 8. Longer daylight and a broad warm spell dominate the 6- to 10-day outlook. Above-normal temperatures are likely to continue into early next week, keeping Spring Vibes locked in across Central Florida.
While much of the nation tracks snow and severe storms, Melbourne stays in the warmth sector for now. Are you feeling the heat already in your neighborhood?
Five Day Outlook for Melbourne, Florida:
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, 30% chance of showers, high 83°
Thursday: Sunny, 40% chance of showers, high 85°
Friday: Mostly sunny, 30% chance of showers, high 86°
Saturday: Mostly clear, 30% chance of showers, high 85°
Sunday: Mostly sunny, 20% chance of showers and storms, high 86°
