Florida gardeners woke up to a rare late-winter chill as patchy frost clung to lawns and rooftops across parts of Orlando before sunrise. Temperatures dipped into the mid-30s in colder inland spots, prompting a Frost Advisory through 8 a.m.
According to the National Weather Service in Melbourne, frost could harm sensitive plants across Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Lake, and inland Brevard counties early today. Calm winds and clear skies allowed temperatures to fall quickly before dawn. Residents in low-lying neighborhoods and rural areas saw the coldest readings.
If you have tender plants, bring them inside or cover them now. Even brief exposure to mid-30s air can damage new growth. Commuters should not face travel issues, but early walkers and bus riders likely noticed the crisp bite in the air.
Sunshine quickly takes control late this morning, pushing highs near 72 degrees. The warming trend accelerates Thursday with highs near 80. By Friday, Orlando climbs to around 83 degrees, and a few showers develop during the afternoon. That marks a sharp swing from frost to spring vibes in just 48 hours.
Showers become more widespread Friday night into Saturday, with rain likely at times. Highs stay in the upper 70s through the weekend. Early next week trends warm and mostly dry again, with temperatures hovering near 80 into early March.
Five Day Outlook for Orlando, Florida:
Today: Patchy frost early, then sunny, high 72°.
Thursday: Sunny, high 80°.
Friday: High 83°, slight chance of showers.
Saturday: Showers likely, high 78°.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 79°.
