Orlando’s weather is serving up a little bit of everything this week, so don’t be fooled by the sunshine! A picture-perfect weekend is on the way, but early next week, rain and cooler temperatures will shake things up. If you have outdoor plans, enjoy them while you can, because wet weather is on the horizon.
After a stretch of warm, comfortable days, a system moving in from the Gulf will bring cloudy skies and steady rain early in the workweek. While it won’t be a complete washout, the mix of showers, temperature drops, and shifting conditions means you’ll want to stay prepared for anything.
Current Conditions: A Beautiful Start Before the Changes Begin
Right now, Orlando is waking up to clear skies and a crisp 46°F (8°C). The morning chill will fade as the sun rises, warming things up to a pleasant 72°F (22°C) by the afternoon. A light breeze will keep the day feeling comfortable, making it a great time to be outside.
Tonight, temperatures will dip to 54°F (12°C), still mild but noticeably cooler than recent nights.
Weekend Forecast: Sunshine and Perfect Outdoor Weather
This weekend will bring ideal conditions for outdoor activities, with plenty of sun, warm afternoons, and mild evenings.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny with a high of 72°F (22°C) and a low of 54°F (12°C).
- Sunday: Another gorgeous day, though clouds will begin creeping in later in the afternoon. Highs will reach 74°F (23°C), and nighttime temperatures will stay mild at 54°F (12°C).
If you have outdoor plans—whether it’s hitting the theme parks, heading to the beach, or just enjoying a relaxing weekend—this will be your best window of perfect weather before the rain arrives.
Next Week: Rain Moves In, Then a Temperature Drop
Monday will mark the turning point as a low-pressure system from the Gulf brings widespread cloud cover and scattered showers.
- Monday: Rain develops throughout the day, with some showers becoming steady in the afternoon. Watch for ponding on roads as rain accumulates. Temperatures will stay mild, with a high of 70°F (21°C) and a low of 50°F (10°C).
- Tuesday: The sun returns! After a cloudy and wet Monday, Tuesday will bring back clear skies and comfortable temperatures. Expect a high of 77°F (25°C), with the night cooling to 52°F (11°C).
- Wednesday: Another beautiful day, with sunshine and a high of 78°F (26°C). The night will be slightly warmer, dipping to 56°F (14°C).
- Thursday: Partly sunny skies with a few passing clouds. Highs will reach 77°F (25°C), and nighttime temperatures will settle around 56°F (13°C).
- Friday: A cooler and drier day, with plenty of sun but a drop in temperatures. The high will only reach 68°F (20°C), and the night will feel noticeably cooler at 48°F (9°C).
Why Is Orlando’s Weather Changing So Quickly?
This shift in conditions is typical for Florida in late February, where warm, dry days can be quickly interrupted by passing storm systems. This time, a low-pressure system developing over the Gulf of Mexico is pulling in moisture, bringing rain to the region before moving out midweek.
As the system exits, high pressure will build in, clearing out the clouds and allowing temperatures to climb again. But by late in the week, a second cold front will sweep in, dropping temperatures once again.
How to Prepare for Orlando’s Weather This Week
- Enjoy the Weekend While It’s Sunny: Saturday and Sunday will be beautiful, so if you have any plans that require dry weather, get them done before Monday’s rain moves in.
- Be Ready for Rain on Monday: Scattered showers and cloudy skies will make for a wet and potentially messy start to the workweek.
- Watch for Temperature Drops Later in the Week: Even though next week starts warm, Friday will be noticeably cooler. If you’re sensitive to temperature swings, keep a jacket handy.
- Plan Your Outdoor Activities for Midweek: Tuesday through Thursday will be the best days for enjoying the outdoors before the next cooldown arrives.
Bottom Line: A Week of Ups and Downs for Orlando’s Weather
If you love warm, sunny weather, enjoy the weekend while it lasts. The sunshine will stick around until Monday, when rain and clouds take over. Luckily, the wet weather won’t last long, and by midweek, we’ll be back to warm, pleasant days.
