Today’s weather forecast for Orlando Florida, created at 5:15 AM on Monday, the 24th of June. Today, sunny and hot, with a high near 97. Then later, Tonight, mostly clear, with a low around 76. Tuesday, a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny and hot, with a high near 96. Heat index values as high as 102. And then, Tuesday Night, a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before midnight. Partly cloudy, with a low around 75. Sunrise today will be at 6:29 am and the sun will set at 8:26 pm.

There is one local weather hazard at the time of this report. Here’s that local weather hazard.

Hazardous Weather Outlook. This hazardous weather outlook is for east central florida. Day one. Today and tonight. Thunderstorm impact. Isolated to scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop along the sea breeze this afternoon across Martin, St Lucie, Okeechobee, Indian River and southern Brevard County. Thunderstorms will be capable of producing dangerous lightning strikes, wind gusts up to 50 mph and heavy downpours. Excessive heat impact. Above normal temperatures in the mid 90s and high humidity will lead to heat index values of 102 to 106 degrees during afternoon peak heating from 1 to 4 pm. If spending time outdoors this afternoon, take frequent breaks in the shade or in air conditioning and drink plenty of water. Rip current impact. A moderate risk of rip currents will be present along the east central FL coast today. Always swim within sight of a lifeguard and never swim alone. Marine thunderstorm gust impact. Isolated thunderstorms that develop this afternoon along the sea breeze will be capable of producing frequent lightning strikes as well as wind gusts over 40 knots. Highest coverage will be near Lake Okeechobee to the intracoastal waters of the Treasure Coast and southern Brevard County. Mariners should seek safe harbor when storms threaten. Days two through seven. Tuesday through sunday. Isolated to scattered lightning storms are expected each afternoon through the remainder of the week. Thunderstorms can produce deadly cloud to ground lightning, torrential downpours and gusty winds. Spotter information statement. Spotter activation will not be needed today and tonight.

Stay tuned for weather updates since the weather’s always changing.

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