Winter weather in Orlando: Freeze watches issued, near-freezing temperatures expected

Orlando weather: Freeze watch ahead of Florida cold front

Two back-to-back cold fronts are expected to sweep across Florida this week and weekend, bringing with it near-freezing morning temperatures to parts of Orlando and Central Florida. Near the Florida-Georgia state line, there is a small chance of some snow flurries to form.

ORLANDO, Fla. - Prepare to bundle up, Florida, as cold air arrives Thursday night and Friday morning with temperatures at or below freezing in several spots. Nearly all of northern and central Florida is under a freeze watch, which will likely be upgraded to a freeze warning.

Thursday Forecast: Cold front arrives in Florida

A cold front will come through in the morning hours on Thursday, bringing with it increased rain chances and cooler air. There could be some heavy bursts of rain for a few hours in the morning.

In the afternoon, it will be overcast and cloudy, which should clear out towards the evening. Winds will be strong in the afternoon and evening, between 15-25 mph.

Friday Forecast: Near-freezing or below freezing temperatures

That arctic air will really be felt on Friday morning, where temperatures are expected to be in the 20s and 30s for much of Central Florida. Be sure to check on vulnerable people, pets, plants, and plumbing in the cold temperatures.

Highs are expected to be in the 50s, though it will be sunny.

Another cold front on the way

A second cold front is expected on Sunday, where temperatures could dip into the 30s during the overnight hours into Monday morning. Near the Florida-Georgia state line, there is a chance that some snow could accumulate.