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Yahoo
27-05-2025
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TIMELINE: Thunderstorms expected in Central Florida on Tuesday. Here's when
The Brief Tuesday timeline: From 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., showers and storms will appear near the Central Florida coasts, with the core of storm energy peaking inland from 5 to 8 p.m., over cities like Orlando, Kissimmee, and Deltona. Looking ahead: A cold front is expected to move through at the start of the weekend, increasing rain chances and bringing a slight drop in temperatures. ORLANDO, Fla. - The first half of Tuesday will bring mostly sunny and dry conditions to Central Florida. However, stay weather-aware as showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop. This evening, Florida's typical summertime weather pattern kicks into high gear once again, with sea breeze collisions expected to fire up numerous showers and thunderstorms – especially along and just east of the I-4 corridor. As the east and west coast sea breezes push inland throughout the afternoon, they'll meet right over the I-4 corridor between about 4 PM and 7 PM, sparking off a line of storms set up right over the interstate. These won't necessarily be neatly organized; instead, expect random pop-up cells—some with heavy rain, gusty winds, and lightning – developing quickly and unpredictably. Timeline From 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., showers and storms will appear near the coasts, with the core of storm energy peaking inland from 5 to 8 p.m., over cities like Orlando, Kissimmee, and Deltona. What you can do If you're heading out this evening, make sure you check in on the FOX 35 Storm Team app for your local radar and storm alerts, and the FOX Local app for LIVE forecasts from the FOX 35 Team. Those apps can be found here. Track live when storms move across your area using the FOX 35 Storm Tracker Radar below. Looking ahead The rest of the work week will bring daily rounds of afternoon showers and thunderstorms across Central Florida. A cold front is expected to move through at the start of the weekend, increasing rain chances and bringing a slight drop in temperatures. Saturday looks to be the wettest day, with the best chance for rain. However, as the front passes, rain and storm chances will decrease slightly for Sunday into Monday. Brevard County Flagler County Lake County Marion County Osceola County Orange County Polk County Seminole County Sumter County Volusia County U.S./National Radar STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 35 ORLANDO: Download the FOX Local app for breaking news alerts, the latest news headlines Download the FOX 35 Storm Team Weather app for weather alerts & radar Sign up for FOX 35's daily newsletter for the latest morning headlines FOX Local:Stream FOX 35 newscasts, FOX 35 News+, Central Florida Eats on your smart TV The Source This story was written based on information shared by the FOX 35 Storm Team on May 27, 2025.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Climate
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Florida heat wave: How hot will it get and when will relief arrive?
The Brief A strong ridge of high pressure will build into the Central Florida region, bringing intense heat to the area starting this weekend. Temperatures are expected to soar into the mid-90s without a shift in the pattern until roughly the middle to late portion of next week. ORLANDO, Fla. - The FOX 35 Storm Team is monitoring a significant early-season heat wave in Florida that could impact the region as early as this weekend. What we know Temperatures will soar into the mid to upper 90s starting Friday and continuing through the weekend and much of next week. The backstory A trough in the eastern U.S. is currently producing storms across Georgia, the Smoky Mountains, and the Appalachians, but it will soon move out, making way for a strong ridge of high pressure to build in from the Mexican Plateau, cross the Gulf Coast, and move into Florida. The strong ridge will then build into our region, helping to crank up temperatures in a big way. Timeline Hot and dry weather will be taking shape for the next several days, without a shift in the pattern until roughly the middle to late portion of next week. "We're going to have a trough dipping down for the north, and that will be a driving force for pattern change going from dry and arguably pretty intense heat for the next seven to 10 days, to a pattern featuring storms and probably a few severe storms at that," Meteorologist Brooks Garner said. "It's not the rainy season, though, yet, that's for sure, and even this will be a frontal system." Garner added the rainy season typically begins by May 25, but this year, it appears the Central Florida region will have to wait a little as we get into June. Local perspective Welcome to Rockville — the region's largest rock festival kicks off this Thursday and is shaping up to be one of the hottest ever, with temperatures in Daytona Beach expected to reach the mid-90s this weekend. What you can do To stay safe during extreme heat, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends drinking plenty of water – even if you're not thirsty – limiting outdoor activities during the hottest parts of the day, and wearing lightweight, light-colored clothing. Health officials also emphasize the importance of never leaving children or pets in parked cars, as temperatures inside can rise dangerously fast. Dig deeper More helpful information can be found on the CDC's website by clicking here. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 35 ORLANDO: Download the FOX Local app for breaking news alerts, the latest news headlines Download the FOX 35 Storm Team Weather app for weather alerts & radar Sign up for FOX 35's daily newsletter for the latest morning headlines FOX Local:Stream FOX 35 newscasts, FOX 35 News+, Central Florida Eats on your smart TV The Source This story was written based on information shared by the FOX 35 Storm Team on May 14, 2025. Additional details about how to stay safe during extreme heat was provided by the CDC's website.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
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Orlando weather: Showers and storms expected on Tuesday; See timeline, impacts
The Brief Tuesday starts warm and dry, but highs in the 80s and 90s will fuel a 40% chance of afternoon storms—some with small hail—mainly southeast of Orlando. Main storm threats today will include lightning, damaging winds and hail. Rain chances will fade after sunset. What is the Central Florida weather forecast for Tuesday? What to expect ORLANDO, Fla. - Our Tuesday begins on a dry and warm note with temperatures near 70-degrees as you head out the door. By this afternoon, highs will soar into the upper 80s and low 90s. Rain chances on the rise As the peak heating of the day wears on, rain chances will be on the rise. We'll be expecting around a 40% chance of showers and storms today, with the best chances taking place southeast of Orlando. Timeline Isolated downpours will first develop around 2pm, before eventually growing more scattered throughout the afternoon. As the sun sets and nightfall arrives, rain and storm chances will fade as a result as well. Storm threats today Some heavier downpours will develop stronger updrafts. These have the potential of dropping pockets of small hail. Other potential impacts include lightning and damaging winds. Any lingering showers will gradually wind down before midnight. The rest of the overnight features partly cloudy skies and mild temperatures. Lows will be mild, with temperatures falling into the upper 60s and low 70s Wednesday morning. What will the weather look like for the rest of the week? Looking ahead Warm temperatures and daily rain chances will continue through the rest of the work week. Afternoon highs will reach around 90 degrees, with isolated to scattered showers and storms expected each day through Friday. Rain and storm chances increase heading into Mother's Day weekend. Orlando 7-Day Weather Forecast FOX 35 Storm Tracker Radar and Live Weather Cameras Track live when storms move across your area using the FOX 35 Storm Tracker Radar below. You can also watch as heavy rain moves across Central Florida on our Live Weather Cameras' page here. More radar maps from FOX 35 Storm Tracker Radar STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 35 ORLANDO: The Source This story was written based on information shared by the FOX 35 Storm Team on May 6, 2025.
Yahoo
25-04-2025
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Central Florida faces first 'extreme drought' declaration in 8 years: officials
The Brief ORLANDO, Fla. - The U.S. Drought Monitor once-weekly update has elevated parts of Central Florida, including northern Lake, northern Sumter, southeast Marion and central Volusia counties, under "Extreme Drought." The "Severe Drought" has been expanded to now include all of Seminole County and part of Orange County. Drought has also been declared in previously drought-free Brevard County. Why you should care This is the worst drought in eight years, as you have to go back to April and May of 2017 to find similar conditions. On the drought scale there are five levels: "D0" means, 'abnormally dry', "D1" means "moderate drought', "D2" means "severe drought", "D3" means "extreme drought", and "D4" is the worst at, "Excessive Drought." Once we start getting toward D3, concerns are raised about water resources, fire danger, and agricultural impacts. Dig deeper Back in 2017, Central Florida's last D3 event brought serious consequences. Rainfall had fallen far below normal, with some areas experiencing deficits of 6–10 inches. Wildfires surged, water restrictions were enacted, and local lakes and retention ponds dropped visibly. Farmers reported crop stress and losses, and lawns and landscapes turned brown across neighborhoods. Conditions didn't ease until summer thunderstorms finally broke the dry pattern in June. (Compounding the losses, Irma in 2017 later that year lead to even more ag losses.) Now, with 2025's declaration, many of the same risks return. Already, wildfire activity is on the rise, and reservoirs and aquifer levels are beginning to reflect the ongoing dryness. Officials warn of potential burn bans, watering restrictions, and increased fire hazard, especially as temperatures climb into the upper 80s and 90s with no rain in sight. If 2017 is any guide, this drought could continue intensifying unless tropical moisture or early summer rains arrive soon. This developing situation is a clear reminder: Florida's wet season may feel inevitable, but until it arrives, the risk of fire and water scarcity is very real. The Source This story was written based on information shared by the U.S. Drought Monitor and the FOX 35 Storm Team.
Yahoo
30-03-2025
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FOX 35 Weather Impact Day: Live footage from across Central Florida
ORLANDO, Fla. - Sunday has been declared a FOX 35 Weather Impact Day. What to expect Residents can expect widespread storms Sunday afternoon due to an upper-level disturbance and sea breeze collision, bringing heavy rain, gusty winds, and possible minor flooding. Storms will peak between 3-9 PM before moving offshore, with a low but nonzero tornado threat. Watch live Live footage from FOX 35's weather cameras which are set up across Central Florida. Download the FOX Local app for breaking news and the latest headlines, and the FOX 35 Storm Team app for latest weather forecast, conditions, and live radar. Track live when storms move across your area using the FOX 35 Storm Tracker Radar below. You can also watch as heavy rain moves across Central Florida on our Live Weather Cameras' page here. More radar maps from FOX 35 Storm Tracker Radar Brevard County Flagler County Marion County Osceola County Orange County Polk County Seminole County Sumter County Volusia County U.S./National Radar Download the FOX 35 News app for latest news, weather, and traffic alerts Download the FOX 35 Storm Team Weather app for live, interactive radar Visit for interactive radar, plus updated weather graphics, maps, and images
