{"id":163699,"date":"2026-02-21T11:04:24","date_gmt":"2026-02-21T11:04:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/163699\/"},"modified":"2026-02-21T11:04:24","modified_gmt":"2026-02-21T11:04:24","slug":"florida-weather-freakout-underway-as-temps-to-see-50-degree-swing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/163699\/","title":{"rendered":"Florida weather freakout underway as temps to see 50-degree swing"},"content":{"rendered":"

ORLANDO, Fla. \u2013 If you have been enjoying the summer-like feel<\/a> lately, do not get too comfortable because Central Florida is heading on quite a rollercoaster ride, including record heat<\/a>, rain and frost.<\/p>\n

FRIDAY & SATURDAY<\/p>\n

Friday and Saturday stay warm and mainly dry, with highs nearing record levels in the mid-to-upper 80s inland. <\/p>\n

Forecast vs. Record Friday<\/p>\n

Friday\u2019s forecast highs are putting records in jeopardy across the region:<\/p>\n

Orlando:\u00a0Forecast 87\u00b0 | Record 89\u00b0 (set in 1988)<\/p>\n

Sanford:\u00a0Forecast 87\u00b0 | Record 86\u00b0 (set in 2019)<\/p>\n

Daytona Beach:\u00a0Forecast 84\u00b0 | Record 85\u00b0 (set in 1988)<\/p>\n

Leesburg:\u00a0Forecast 87\u00b0 | Record 86\u00b0 (set in 2018)<\/p>\n

For those spending the day along the coast or enjoying the beaches, a light sea breeze should keep highs in the low 80s, but there will be a high risk of rip currents. <\/p>\n

Highs Saturday<\/p>\n

Saturday\u2019s forecast highs vs records:<\/p>\n

Orlando:\u00a0Forecast 88\u00b0 | Record 88\u00b0 (set in 1989)<\/p>\n

Sanford:\u00a0Forecast 87\u00b0 | Record 87\u00b0 (set in 2003)<\/p>\n

Daytona Beach:\u00a0Forecast 84\u00b0 | Record 87\u00b0 (set in 1989)<\/p>\n

Leesburg:\u00a0Forecast 87\u00b0 | Record 87\u00b0 (set in 2018)<\/p>\n

SUNDAY<\/p>\n

Our rain chances remain very low through most of Saturday, though a slight chance of showers could develop late Saturday north of Orlando as the next cold front approaches. <\/p>\n

With the continued warmth and lack of meaningful rainfall, drought conditions and fire sensitivity will continue to increase. <\/p>\n

Rain Chances Sunday<\/p>\n

The big temperature swing begins as a strong cold front moves through the area Sunday morning and into the afternoon. Rain chances along the front will bring rain chances to 40-50% with a low threat for lightning.<\/p>\n

Rainfall totals look minimal, which won\u2019t do much to improve our drought conditions. <\/p>\n

Once the front clears, dry and breezy conditions move in with highs nearing 80. <\/p>\n

NEXT WEEK<\/p>\n

By Monday, winter makes a quick comeback. <\/p>\n

High temperatures Monday and Tuesday will struggle to reach the upper 50s to low 60s in many areas. <\/p>\n

Cold Blast Look Ahead<\/p>\n

Overnight lows are expected to drop into the 30s across most inland areas Tuesday and Wednesday mornings. <\/p>\n

Wind chills could dip into the 20s and 30s at times, which could trigger a Cold Weather Advisory.<\/p>\n

Wind Chill Tuesday Morning<\/p>\n

Along with the chilly temperatures, frost could be a possibility through midweek. <\/p>\n

Daily Forecast<\/p>\n

The News 6 Weather team ensures you’re always on top of the day’s weather.<\/p>\n

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