Orlando faces a steamy stretch with afternoon thunderstorms likely Thursday, driving heat index values up to 105°F and causing possible street flooding and traffic slowdowns. Residents should prepare for daily rounds of heavy rain, gusty winds, and muggy conditions through the weekend, with no major cooldown in sight.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and storms are expected to fire up after 1 p.m. Thursday, with peak activity between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. The storms could bring torrential rain, lightning, and brief wind gusts topping 30 mph—especially across downtown Orlando, Kissimmee, Winter Park, and the I-4 corridor. Nighttime storms may linger past midnight, making evening commutes tricky. Similar patterns repeat through Sunday, with afternoon highs in the low to mid-90s and “feels-like” temps near 105°F each day.
Thursday: Hot, humid, with storms building after 1 p.m. High 93°F, heat index near 105°F.
Friday: Repeat of Thursday, afternoon storms likely, high 92°F, humid.
Saturday: Persistent heat, more storms possible after 2 p.m., high 92°F.
Sunday: Steamy with scattered thunderstorms, high 93°F.
Monday: Another round of storms, highs in the low 90s, humidity sticks around.
Residents should avoid outdoor activity during peak heat and storms, keep mobile devices charged, and watch for rapidly changing weather. Additional alerts or advisories may be issued if storm intensity increases—stay tuned for the latest updates.
