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<\/p>\nORLANDO, Fla. \u2014 All of Central Florida is under an Extreme Cold Watch advisory as a powerful Arctic blast heads toward the Sunshine State.<\/p>\n
A record-breaking freeze is forecast to move across Florida this weekend, bringing temperatures as low as the low 20s. <\/p>\n
A cold front is expected to arrive Saturday at midday, causing temperatures to drop rapidly throughout the evening and overnight hours.<\/p>\n
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Extreme Cold Watch advisory issued for all of Central Florida <\/p>\n
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Cold Watch for the region, which is expected to be upgraded to a warning. <\/p>\n
Wind chill values are forecast to reach as low as nine to 12 degrees as the front brings high winds and arctic air.<\/p>\n
The weather on Friday is expected to be mostly sunny with high temperatures in the 70s. <\/p>\n
These mild conditions provide a window for residents to complete cold-weather preparations before the front arrives. <\/p>\n
Recommended steps include moving sensitive plants indoors, covering exposed pipes and finding warm shelter for pets and animals.<\/p>\n
Saturday will begin with temperatures in the 50s and a chance of light showers in the morning. <\/p>\n
A cold front is expected to sweep through the area around midday, dropping temperatures into the 30s and 40s by 6 p.m. <\/p>\n
Freezing conditions are anticipated in some locations by 9 p.m.<\/p>\n
Overnight lows Saturday to Sunday are forecast to drop into the low to mid-20s. <\/p>\n
Forecasters indicate these temperatures may break existing cold weather records. <\/p>\n
Winds are expected to gust between 35 and 40 mph during this timeframe, making the air feel significantly colder.<\/p>\n
Sunday afternoon will remain cold with sunny skies and a high in the mid-40s. <\/p>\n
While the sun will be out, wind chill values are expected to stay in the 30s throughout the day.<\/p>\n
Temperatures are forecast to return to the 20s Sunday night into Monday morning. <\/p>\n
Wind chill values for the Monday morning commute to work and school are expected to range from the upper teens to the low 20s.<\/p>\n
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