On Thursday, February 13, a cold front started changing the weather in Florida. Counties like Orange, Osceola, and Seminole will feel the cold first. Two more cold fronts are expected to come during the weekend and early next week.
After some warm weather that started February, with temperatures reaching 80°F in many places, Florida will suddenly get colder. People in the middle of the state, who already put away their winter coats, will need to get them out again soon. The National Weather Service (NWS) says that more cold weather is coming.
The First Cold Front Hits Florida
The first cold front arrived on Thursday night, February 13, and will last until Friday. While this front isn’t the strongest, it’s the start of colder weather in Central Florida. Counties like Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Lake, Volusia, Brevard, and Polk will all feel the change.
The temperatures will still be around 26°C (79°F), which is warmer than usual for this time of year. But it’s just a warm-up for the big drop in temperature that’s expected on Sunday.
A Stronger Cold Front on Sunday
A stronger cold front will arrive on Sunday. This could even affect the Daytona 500, a big car race in Daytona Beach. There could also be rain, which may make it hard to do outdoor activities. After the rain, the cold air will take over.
Very Cold Temperatures Coming on Monday and Tuesday
By Monday, temperatures will fall to below 20°C (68°F), which is cold for Florida. But the coldest weather will be on Tuesday morning, with temperatures between 4°C (39°F) and 9°C (48°F). Many people will have to get their coats back out, even though they thought they wouldn’t need them anymore until next winter.
The NWS says that even though this cold won’t be as extreme as the cold in January, it will still remind everyone that winter isn’t over yet. “It’s important to be ready for these sudden temperature changes, especially if you plan to do anything outside,” said a meteorologist.
Severe Weather and Strong Winds Expected
Along with the cold, there could be strong thunderstorms on Saturday night and Sunday morning. These storms could bring very strong winds and even tornadoes. The NWS advises people to have different ways to get weather updates.
The winds will be strong too, with gusts of up to 56 km/h (35 mph) along the coast and in the St. Johns River area. This could make the ocean dangerous and affect boats. People should make sure to secure anything outside that could be blown away.
What to Expect for the Rest of February
The NWS says the weather will stay colder than usual until the third week of February. This is different from the beginning of the month, which was very warm. However, the weather won’t be as cold as some past records.
People in Central Florida should get ready for the changes. This means securing things in their yards and checking that their heating systems are working well. Being prepared will help them handle this new cold weather.
