ORLANDO, Fla. – A high-pressure system continues to dominate Central Florida’s weather, setting the stage for an extended period of warm and calm conditions throughout the week. This stable pattern is projected to persist until Saturday, when a cold front is anticipated to bring cooler temperatures to the region.
This week, Central Florida residents have experienced patchy dense fog, and this trend is expected to continue. Forecasts indicate that conditions will be ripe for fog development early Wednesday and again on Thursday, leading to an expanded coverage of foggy conditions. A dense fog advisory is currently in effect for inland counties until 9 a.m.
Once any morning fog dissipates, sunny skies will take over, allowing temperatures to rise significantly. Afternoon highs are expected to range from the upper 70s to mid-80s, with some locations potentially approaching record highs on Friday and Saturday, reaching temperatures between 83-84 degrees.
As the weekend approaches, attention will shift to an impending cold front expected to move in late Sunday. Forecast models have gained confidence in the timing of the front, suggesting a warm Sunday with continued highs in the low 80s before the front’s arrival. However, rain chances remain minimal as the weak front passes over the area.
Moving into next week, a noticeable cool-down is on the horizon for Monday, with temperatures expected to fall into the upper 60s to low 70s, and nighttime lows dipping into the 40s. As dry conditions linger, there is growing concern about the lack of rainfall, which may exacerbate already dry and drought-affected areas. Some forecasts hint at a potential increase in rain chances about a week from now, as moisture could begin to return to Central Florida, but confidence in this outlook remains low.
Overall, while Central Florida enjoys warm weather this week, residents should remain mindful of the potential cooling trend and the importance of rainfall as conditions evolve.