ORLANDO, Fla. – Central Florida, a cold snap we haven’t experienced in about 16 years is expected this weekend.
An Extreme Cold Watch was issued Thursday for much of the region — something that hasn’t happened in roughly 15 years. By Sunday morning, some locations could see dangerous wind chills dropping as low as 7 degrees.
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Here’s a county-by-county breakdown of what to expect:
Orange County
It’s going to be a cold start to Sunday, with temperatures dropping into the mid-20s, between 23-26 degrees.
Orange countyOsceola County
Very similar to Orange County, especially around Orlando and Kissimmee. Expect a cold morning with temperatures between 23-26 degrees around sunrise.
Osceola CountyLake and Sumter counties
You’ll feel the cold just as much, if not more. Areas away from busy roads and city centers will feel colder, and strong northwest winds will make it feel even harsher. It’ll feel like the single digits.
Lake CountySumter CountySeminole County
Much like Orange County, Sunday morning will be cold, with temperatures settling into the low to mid-20s.
Seminole CountyMarion County
This looks to be one of the coldest areas. Some spots could get into the teens.
Marion CountyFlagler, Volusia, and Brevard counties
Below-freezing temperatures are likely across the area. Most spots will fall between 20 and 28 degrees.
Flagler CountyVolusia CountyBrevard CountyPolk County
Around Lakeland, temperatures will be near 25 degrees, and if you’re in a more rural area, it could be even colder.
Polk County
This is a serious cold snap for Central Florida.
Take time now to prepare your family, pets, plants, and pipes before the cold sets in.
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