Orlando weather: Heat advisory, afternoon storms ahead this week for Central Florida
Orlando Weather Forecast: Peak rainy season is here
FOX 35 Storm Team Senior Meteorologist Noah Bergren is tracking lots of showers and storms across central Florida this week. How much rain will fall in and more.
ORLANDO, Fla. - Central Florida is expected to see a return to a more active rainy pattern this week.
Some storms could become strong, producing damaging wind gusts and hail.
Daily downpours and storms this week
Timeline:
Daily afternoon and evening storms continue through the end of the week. Rainfall amounts will vary by location, but some areas could receive significant totals by week's end.
Humidity is also expected to increase Tuesday through Thursday, pushing afternoon heat index values above 108 degrees in areas north of Orlando. Some locations could see heat index values exceed 110 degrees, creating dangerous conditions for anyone spending extended time outdoors.
Forecasters are urging residents to stay hydrated, limit strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day and take frequent breaks if working outside.
Quiet in the tropics
No tropical activity is expected over the next seven days.
But just because it's quiet doesn't mean we let our guard down. It's important to stay prepared through the entire hurricane season and to check in with the FOX 35 Storm Team for the latest.
The Source: The information in this story was provided by the FOX 35 Storm Team.