Orlando weather: Wet Thursday ahead as tropical disturbance increases rain chances

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A day before the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane season is set to begin, we're already off to an active start with an area of low pressure in the Gulf of Mexico being monitored by the National Hurricane Center.

ORLANDO, Fla. - Tonight's low: 71 degrees | Tomorrow's high: 83 degrees |

Main weather concerns: The FOX 35 Storm Team is monitoring an area of low pressure in the Gulf of Mexico that will draw closer to the region by Thursday and Friday. At this time, further development remains at 10% over the next two days and 20% over the next 7 days. Because of increased rain chances from this tropical disturbance, we are declaring Thursday a FOX 35 Storm Alert Day.

BEACHES: The beaches see mild temperatures with mostly cloudy skies. Highs reach 83 degrees. Surf is in the 2-3' range with a moderate risk for rip currents. There is a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms mainly after 11 a.m. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain at times.

THEME PARKS: Mixed skies and humid weather is likely. Rain chances increase throughout the day. Afternoon highs will reach the mid to upper-80s. Showers and thunderstorms arrive mainly after 2 p.m., heavy rain is possible at times. Stay weather aware and when thunder roars head indoors.

Tracking the Tropics: May 31, 2023

The FOX 35 Storm Team is monitoring an area of low pressure in the Gulf of Mexico that will draw closer to the region by Thursday and Friday.

OUTLOOK: A day before the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane season is set to begin, we're already off to an active start with an area of low pressure in the Gulf of Mexico being monitored by the National Hurricane Center. At this time, further development remains at 10% over the next 2 days and 20% over the next 7 days.

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Regardless of development, heavy rain will be likely across the state of Florida with several inches of rain possible. Rain chances will return to the 80% range during this time.

Florida could also see strong wind gusts at 10-20 mph and by this weekend, seas will be building.

Moisture will also be in play for the weekend, this puts rain chances for Saturday and Sunday at 50-60%.. Stay tuned and depend on the FOX 35 Storm Team.