Central Florida, lightning storm chances
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At least in the short term, the tropics should remain quiet, according to both the National Hurricane Center and AccuWeather.
Meteorologists are closely monitoring the potential for tropical development near Florida next week. This comes despite the National Hurricane Center indicating no major activity in the coming days. Some computer models have suggested possible tropical organization in the northern Gulf.
AccuWeather forecasters are keeping an eye on an area close to Florida which shows some potential for tropical development July 15-18.
Do these above-average temperatures have you missing Florida's rare cold weather? You're not alone, here's when the state is expected to get chilly.
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FOX 35 Orlando on MSNOrlando weather: Sweltering heat grips Central Florida as afternoon storms return FridayStormy pattern continues into the weekend with daily rain chances rising to 60–70%. ORLANDO, Fla. - Summer-like weather continues for our Friday in Central Florida. Sweltering temperatures along with afternoon showers and storms are on the way as we wrap up the work week.
While not everyone saw rain, everyone will be feeling the heat as "feels like" temperatures climb to the triple digits when the humidity is factored in. Heat index values will range between 100 to 105 across South Florida, so make sure to hydrate often and take frequent AC breaks if spending time outdoors.
Dark storm clouds engulfed the skies above Lake Worth, Florida on July 7th.
Tropical Storm Chantal is expected to produce heavy rainfall across portions of the coastal plain of the Carolinas through Monday. Storm total rainfall of 2 to 4 inches, with local amounts up to 6 inches, is expected. This rainfall will result in an elevated risk for flash flooding.
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Irish Star on MSNFlorida weather: Outrage rolls on as storm fears escalate due to Trump's cutsHurricane Season is well underway with scientists currently tracking four tropical waves, weather patterns that can develop into deadly hurricanes if the conditions are right
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