This week’s weather forecast indicates a soggy pattern ahead for Central Florida, driven by an area of disturbed weather originating from South Florida. The forecast suggests a series of gloomy days characterized by intermittent rain showers that are expected to persist until late in the week.
As noted, an old frontal boundary is responsible for the current thunderstorm activity near the Bahamas and South Florida. While there is a slight possibility, about 10%, that a non-tropical area of low pressure could develop into a subtropical system if it remains offshore and utilizes the warm Atlantic waters, the chances of this transformation are minimal.
Currently, satellite and radar images show increasing cloud cover with rain moving through the area, affecting places like Saint Cloud Lake and Kissimmee, which can expect substantial rainfall soon. Additionally, lighter rain is extending into regions as far north as Marion County. Expect a wet afternoon with showers and thunderstorms anticipated, particularly around the I-4 corridor.
The temperatures today will reach the mid-80s, while overnight lows will dip into the low 70s due to the cloud cover and rain. Tomorrow looks even wetter with an 80% chance of rain, as the low pressure system lifts north, bringing increased moisture and potentially significant rainfall—some areas may see between 1 to 3 inches of rain, which raises the potential for localized flooding.
As the week progresses, rain chances will gradually decrease by Friday, although some showers may linger. Heading into the weekend, drier air is forecasted to move in, which may help mitigate some rainfall; however, it could also lead to an increase in heat, with temperatures potentially climbing into the low 90s.
Overall, while this week may be characterized by challenges due to the weather, the coming weekend brings hope for improvement as drier conditions are expected, allowing residents an opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities again.