ORLANDO, Florida – The National Weather Service in Melbourne forecasts scattered to locally numerous showers and thunderstorms this Sunday, June 21, 2026, developing inland this afternoon and shifting eastward toward the coast and offshore through the afternoon and evening. Isolated strong storms will still be possible. Highs will be in the low 90s with peak heat indices of 100–105°F. No Heat Advisory is in effect today.
The NWS warns of the following main hazards during peak storm hours this afternoon and evening:
- Frequent lightning strikes
- Locally heavy rainfall of 2–4 inches leading to minor flooding
- Wind gusts up to 40–50 mph
Exercise caution at Atlantic beaches due to possible rip currents. Swim near lifeguards and never enter the surf alone.
East Central Florida cities forecast to see warm temperatures today include:
- Orlando (high near 93°F, 60% chance of rain/storms)
- Daytona Beach (high near 91°F, 60% chance of rain/storms)
- Melbourne (high near 90°F, 60% chance of rain/storms)
- Vero Beach (high near 91°F, 40% chance of rain/storms)
National Weather Service Melbourne Central Florida Radar
Orlando Weather Forecast
Today
Showers and thunderstorms likely this afternoon. Mostly sunny becoming partly cloudy, with a high near 93°F. West wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50-70%. Heat index values up to 100-105°F…