Orlando weather: Heat continues across Central Florida ahead of potentially stormy Thursday

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Orlando Weather Forecast: May 16, 2023

FOX 35 meteorologist Brooks Garner has a look at the weather forecast for Orlando and Central Florida.

Tonight's low: 72 degrees | Today's high: 92 degrees 

Main weather concerns: The heat will continue across Central Florida on Wednesday. Highs once again will head for the low-90s for inland locations, closer to the beaches, expect mid to upper-80s. 

Mixed skies are expected for the afternoon hours in the northern counties with most of the activity starting after 2 p.m. and extending into the early evening hours. Thursday will be more active. 

BEACHES: Looking good along the beaches early. Highs hit near 85 or so, with plenty of sunshine. There is a moderate rip current risk remains in play with the most active times early this morning and again early evening. Don't forget to use a good quality sunscreen as well.

THEME PARKS: It will be a hot day at the theme parks with temperatures soaring to 92 degrees with a few passing clouds. After 3 p.m., there could be an isolated shower or storm. When you hear thunder roar, head indoors.

OUTLOOK: Summer-like weather continues this week with the return of heat and daily afternoon storm chances. Scattered showers and storms are possible this afternoon and Wednesday. Thursday is a FOX 35 Storm Alert Day.  The weekend will bring isolated storms.

Slightly higher rain chances look to move in with wind gusts and damaging hail. Highs will be near 90 degrees all week. Any storms that develop will produce heavy rain and lightning strikes during the afternoon and evening hours. Depend on the FOX 35 Storm Team