ORLANDO, FL – Near-record warmth is on the way, as temperatures climb into the mid-80s on Friday and Saturday. Friday’s record high is 84°, set in 2013, and the forecast also calls for 84°. Saturday’s record stands at 86°, set in 1972.
Rain chances remain low as dry conditions continue. All of Central Florida is currently experiencing some level of drought.
Fog is expected to develop again early Thursday morning across much of the area. A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect from 2 - 10 a.m. Thursday for Marion and Flagler counties.
Afternoon highs are expected to be above average in the 70s and 80s.
Looking ahead, a cold front will move through late Sunday into Monday, bringing in cooler air from the north. Morning lows could drop into the 40s by Monday, with cooler temperatures lingering through the afternoon.
Highs are expected to remain slightly below average next week, at least through Wednesday.