ORLANDO, Fla. – A weak tropical wave, labeled Invest 92L, is expected to approach the northeast coast of Florida by Thursday afternoon and into Friday increasing shower coverage for the area.
Although this area has a low chance, 30%, for significant tropical development as it tracks northeast, tropical moisture is expected to increase into the weekend.
Rain chances for Thursday afternoon remain minimal at 10% to 30% as a sliver of dry air filters in ahead of the low.
Later into Thursday evening and early Friday, rain chances increase to 40% to 60% as the low approaches the coast. The best timing for rain will be Thursday evening into Friday morning, with coverage dependent on exact track of this system.
Along with the added rain and clouds, the tropical low is also creating a strong breeze that is roughing up our waters over the Atlantic.
Breezy to gusty winds are once again expected with winds up to 15-20 mph with gusts up to 20-30 mph.
Beach and boating conditions remain hazardous with a highs risk of rip currents and a high surf advisory due to breaking waves up to 5-7 feet and a small craft advisory.
Highs over the next several days remain steady in the upper 80s to low 90s.
Summer officially begins Thursday afternoon at 4:51pm.