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Heat index to soar over 100 degrees again in Central Florida. What about rain chances?

Afternoon highs expected to return to 90s in Orlando area

Palm Bay sunset from PinIt! user KathleenTK (Copyright 2023 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.)

ORLANDO, Fla. – Happy Friday!

Afternoon highs on Thursday reached 87 degrees in Orlando, which was a nice break from the intense heat.

But the heat returns on Friday across Central Florida, with afternoon highs reaching 95 in the Orlando area. With the high humidity, it’ll feel like 102-107 degrees, so stay hydrated.

Highs

After 3 p.m., scattered rain and storms are likely to develop along the I-4 corridor. A few thunderstorms could produce heavy rain, lightning and gusty winds at 20-25 mph.

The Saharan dust is not as prevalent across the Peninsula due to Thursday’s showers. The air quality has improved for most of Central Florida, except Osceola and Brevard counties. Sensitive groups in those counties should use precaution if they are outside.

Current AQI

Heading into the weekend, the heat sticks around with moderate rain chances at 50-60%.