Orlando is waking up clear and calm around 72°F at Orlando Executive Airport, but Saturday, May 2, 2026 is headed for the low 90s. Strong southwest winds are expected to crank up through the day, with a line of showers and thunderstorms possible from late afternoon into the evening.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
A Wind Advisory is in effect from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday for much of east‑central Florida. Southwest winds will run about 5–20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. That is strong enough to send patio chairs skating across the yard and flip unsecured tarps. Drivers in high‑profile vehicles should be extra cautious on roads prone to crosswinds during the midday and afternoon commute. These impacts are outlined by the National Weather Service in Melbourne.
Evening Thunderstorm Threat
Shower and thunderstorm chances climb after about 3 p.m. Saturday and become more likely Saturday evening into the early hours of Sunday, May 3, 2026. Any stronger…..