Weather Forecast: 3-Day Thunderstorm Follows Hottest Day of the Week at Low 90s — Florida

The hottest day of the week in Florida, with temperatures in the lower 90s, will be followed by a 3-day thunderstorm in a sudden shift in weather, according to the latest forecast.

Orlando at Low 90s

In Orlando, Florida, the high today is 92 degrees, while the low tonight will be 71 degrees. Expect another scorching day in Central Florida on Wednesday. Inland, highs will be in the 90s; over at the coast, highs are in the 90s or somewhat higher. The morning sky will be sunny, but by the afternoon, clouds will be more prevalent. Rain chances start to increase after 2 PM, with the I-4 corridor and the Atlantic beaches having the maximum coverage.

Several storms with heavy rain, lightning, and brisk gusts may develop. By sunset, the coast will be clear of storms. Late tonight, the skies will clear, and temperatures in the 70s are anticipated until Thursday morning, FOX 35 News reports.

Melbourne at 92 Degrees

This afternoon in Melbourne, Florida, there is a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms, occurring mainly between 2 PM and 5 PM. Melbourne skies will be mostly sunny, with a high near 92, and wind will move at speeds of 10 to 15 mph.

Tonight, in Melbourne there will be a 10% chance of showers before 8 pm. It will be mostly clear, with a low around 70 and the West wind around 5 mph. Some areas can reach record temperatures, according to the National Weather Service.

Over Melbourne, Florida, a Hazardous Weather Outlook is in effect due to the possibility of isolated lightning storms throughout the entire east today in central Florida, with a strong westerly flow pinning the sea wind off the east coast along the coast. From Brevard to southern Florida, the greatest likelihood of storms will develop this afternoon and evening. Osceola southward anticipates collision of the sea breeze happen close to the coast.

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Miami

Wednesday began warmly with highs in the middle to upper 70s.

Due to the southwest wind, it will probably be the hottest day of the week, with highs reaching the low 90s. When humidity is taken into account, it will feel like the middle to upper 90s.

The afternoon will bring storms and showers, with a chance of a few very severe downpours.

It will be repeated on Thursday while the southwest wind remains in the region and the afternoon storms re-ignite.

Through the weekend, this rainy season pattern will likely persist with a chance for afternoon storms. For the remainder of the week throughout the weekend, highs are expected to be in the 90s, CBS News reports

Florida Weather Forecast

This week's weather is still warm and sunny with daily afternoon storm chances. A storm alert is in force for Thursday afternoon, according to FOX35 News. As a pocket of energy streams in overhead, a few strong to locally severe storms may be likely.

In the most powerful storms, it is possible to have large amounts of rain, lightning, significant wind gusts, and possibly tiny hail. Also appearing to be very busy are Friday and Sunday. Although the likelihood of rain will be lower generally over the next three days, daily storms with heavy rain and lightning are still possible in Central Florida.

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