Orlando weather: Cooler weather arrives with breezy, dry weekend in store

Cooler temperatures move over Central Florida

A cool snap hits Central Florida but it will be short-lived with highs on Monday back into the upper 70s.

ORLANDO, Fla. - Tonight, the skies will remain completely clear, with no clouds in sight.

Expect a frosty start to Friday, but abundant sunshine will dominate the day. Highs will run about 10 degrees below average, maintaining the cooler trend.

THE WEEKEND: Another sunny stretch is on the way, with clear skies and no clouds expected. The coldest night of this period will be Friday into Saturday morning, as temperatures dip into the 30s and 40s across Central Florida. Frost isn’t a significant concern, but elevated surfaces northwest of Orlando may see a light coating, particularly on rooftops.

LOOKING AHEAD: Temperatures will rebound quickly early in the week, climbing back into the 80s by Wednesday. A warm and dry Thanksgiving is on track for Central Florida. However, a significant cold front could arrive by Black Friday, bringing cooler temperatures into next weekend.

The weekend will bring more sunshine but persistently cool mornings, with lows in the 40s through Sunday and highs sticking in the 60s.

Next week, however, marks a warming trend. Temperatures are expected to rebound into the 70s, with a potential climb toward the 80s by Thanksgiving, offering a pleasant holiday forecast.

THANKSGIVING TRAVEL OUTLOOK: Thanksgiving travelers should prepare for potential weather disruptions across parts of the U.S. Rain and storms are possible in the Heartland on Wednesday, with a more robust storm system likely to bring rain, storms, and snow or ice to the eastern U.S. and New England from Black Friday into Saturday. Those flying post-Thanksgiving should monitor conditions for potential delays or cancelations.