Showers and thunderstorms started early today, moving through Brevard, Lake, Orange, Seminole, Sumter and Volusia counties.

We should see drier conditions overnight, but rain is expected to return Wednesday.

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Some drier air will work into the forecast area overnight as the front settle south, and that will allow skies to clear this morning.  Overnight lows will fall into the middle 70s, with afternoon highs climbing into the middle 90s for most locations in Central Florida.  The remnants of the frontal boundary will sink south through the day as it slowly washes out over the southern peninsula, allowing a temporary reduction in shower activity for today and Thursday. Typical late day sea breeze storms will then be factored in to keep rain chances elevated through the remainder of the week into weekend as moisture gradually returns. Highs will generally run in the low to mid-90s for the balance of the week and the weekend with overnight lows in the mid-70s.

We continue to watch a developing area of low pressure well east of the Caribbean islands.  Long-range models show the system becoming a tropical cyclone while moving west northwest, clipping the northern Lesser Antilles and recurring northeast of the Bahamas before turning to the northeast but parallel to the East Coast of the United States. There is plenty of time for this system to change track and there is a great deal of uncertainty with the overall strength. But at this time, it does not appear this system will have a direct impact on Central Florida.

Tune in for your Tropical Updates at :21 & :51 minutes past each hour.

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How to beat the heat

  • Drink plenty of fluids, especially water.
  • Stay in air conditioning, if possible. 
  • Stay out of the sun as much as you can.
  • Check on relatives, neighbors and pets who may be sensitive to heat-related illness.
  • Wear clothing that's lightweight, loose fitting and light-colored.

Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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