ORLANDO, Fla. – Central Florida residents, it’s time to be cautious if you’re heading to the coast, as rip current risks are expected to be strong through today into Tuesday.
The onshore flow resulting from high pressure interacting with a southern system.
During this period, activities like swimming and boating might be hazardous, so it’s recommended to stay out of the water.
Sunday looks to bring a mix of sun and clouds with a 20% chance of rain.
Daytime highs are expected to climb into the middle to upper 70s.
Through the first half of the week, afternoon highs are expected to warm into the lower 80s.
Then weather in Central Florida is expected to take a dramatic turn around midweek.
An increase in rain chances is anticipated on Tuesday and Wednesday, then a strong cold front moves through on Thursday, bringing colder air from up north to Central Florida.
While the high-pressure system presently ushers in warmth, Saturday might witness a noticeable temperature drop as a result of the cold front passing through.
Long-range models are hinting at the coldest air arriving as early as Sunday morning with wakeup temperatures potentially starting off in the 40s and 50s and staying cool through Christmas.
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