Weekend washout worries ☂️

ORLANDO, Fla. – Hey Insiders, it’s meteorologist Candace Campos. After a pretty dry stretch of weather lately, it looks like we are in for a pretty wet weekend ahead. With that being said, forecast models do differ a bit on timing and how much rain we could see. Click here to read more on what the forecast is calling for.

With all the rain both Saturday and Sunday, you might want to have some indoor options for entertainment. The Orlando Science Center is always a good idea, especially this weekend! As the 4-day Spark Stem Fest will be underway. Click here to learn more about it!

🏎️Weather impact on race day 🏎️

“Drivers, start your engines!” In case you haven’t heard, DAYTONA 500 is scheduled for this weekend, but there’s unfortunate news: rain is expected during the big race at the Speedway.

For many, weekends revolve around racing, be it on a dirt track or asphalt. And for some, Sunday afternoons are set aside for tuning into NASCAR and cheering for their preferred driver.

Hi y’all, it’s meteorologist Michelle Morgan here, discussing NASCAR and rain. Were you aware that race cars are unable to compete in the rain because their tires feature a slick tread pattern devoid of grooves or sipes?

In addition to the extensive technical and engineering work done on the cars, weather conditions can and do significantly influence the race’s outcome.

❄️Snow in Central Florida? It happened 125 years ago!❄️

This would have been insane to witness. What’s up, guys meteorologist Jonathan Kegges with you. Of course, it has snowed a couple of times in Central Florida, but the Valentine’s Day Blizzard back in 1899 was on a whole different level.

This storm also gave the state its coldest actual-air temperature ever recorded. Click here to see how cold it got!

🚗 Weather impact on highway noise perception 👂

Ever wonder why you can hear traffic on the road more at certain times than others? Hey there Insiders! It’s meteorologist Samara Cokinos with you. No, this isn’t a trick question and guess what, the answer to this might surprise you. It’s not just the traffic, but the weather! Read more on how different weather elements impact how much road noise you hear, by clicking here!

Forecasting Change: Less extreme cold 🥶

Hi everyone, Chief Meteorologist Tom Sorrells here talking about how this winter season in Central Florida has exhibited a slightly cooler trend compared to recent years.

The influence of El Niño has contributed to increased cloud cover, more frequent showers and occasional brisk nights. While extreme cold events persist in our changing climate, they are becoming briefer and milder. This week in Forecasting Change, we look at the short and warmer cold snaps.