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Rain, Wind, and Rip Currents Ahead | Orlando News
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Today’s humid heat is set to be interrupted by scattered showers, especially near the coast this morning, with storms becoming more common inland by afternoon—best rain chances west of I-95. While severe weather isn’t expected, some storms may pack strong gusts, heavy downpours, and lightning. Humidity will make it feel over 100 degrees despite only a 50% rain chance.
Wednesday brings the worst conditions: beachgoers should stay out of the water as winds spike to 20 mph with gusts up to 30, creating dangerous rip currents and surf reaching 6-8 feet. Ironically, northern Central Florida might see less rain thanks to a drier air pocket, while southern areas remain soggy. Thursday offers slightly calmer winds but still hazardous coastal currents, with dry conditions lingering in the north.
Rain returns Friday through the weekend as moisture ramps up, bringing repeated thunderstorms and potential flooding on already wet ground. Temperatures stay normal—upper 80s to low 90s—with the stormy pattern dominating the forecast.
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