This week, Florida will experience its first cold front of the season, signaling the end of the rainy spell in the area, as per recent weather forecasts. Meteorologists predict that the initial autumn cold front will reach southwest Florida by Wednesday night. However, some experts suggest it might start making its presence felt as early as late Tuesday night or early Wednesday morning.
Rain Expected as Cold Front Approaches
As the cold front moves towards the southeastern part of Florida, rain showers are anticipated from Wednesday onwards. According to a Local 10 News report, temperatures are expected to peak at around 80 degrees Fahrenheit (26.6 Celsius) tomorrow, with Thursday bringing slightly cooler conditions. The lows could dip to approximately 70 °F (21.1 °C), and the highs might not surpass 80 °F.
Forecast from Local Meteorologists
Betty Davis, a meteorologist from Local 10 News, forecasted showers for the southern part of the state on Tuesday night, particularly around southwest Miami-Dade, mainland Monroe, or near the Keys, with temperatures dropping to just over 70 degrees Fahrenheit.
National Weather Service Insights
The National Weather Service in Miami-South Florida announced the approach of the cold front on Tuesday, noting that temperatures during the day remained warm, ranging between 26.6 and 29.4 degrees Celsius. "A cold front is approaching, but unfortunately, it hasn't arrived yet! Today's highs will range from 80 to 85 degrees with a chance of rain in the far southeast this afternoon. Expect temperatures to start dropping tomorrow!" the NWS posted on social media platform X.
Short-lived Cold Snap
A Telemundo51 report indicated that the effects of the first autumnal cold front in southern Florida won't linger long. The temperature drop will be most noticeable on Thursday morning, with lows between 68 °F (20 °C) and 71 °F (21.6 °C), and highs just reaching 80 °F in the afternoon. The system will hover over the Florida Straits, bringing scattered rain and storms from the Keys to Lake Okeechobee on Friday and Saturday, accompanied by windy conditions.
Cooling Trend in Southwest Florida
In southwest Florida, meteorologist Jason Dunning from NBC forecasts a rapid temperature decline on Wednesday night, eventually dropping to around 60 degrees Fahrenheit across the region. Even areas like Fort Myers and Cape Coral could see temperatures fall to around 63 degrees (17.2 degrees Celsius) by Thursday morning. The chilliest day of the week is expected to be Thursday, with daytime lows dipping to 60 °F (15.5 °C) and interior regions possibly hitting as low as 50 °F (10 °C). Despite the cold air mass, pleasant weather and sunshine are predicted for the area.
Impacts on Central Florida
In Central Florida, Click Orlando from WKMG-TV suggests that the fall cold front will usher in cooler temperatures following a period of warmth. Daytime highs will decrease to the 70s starting Wednesday, and by the next morning, lows of 50 °F are predicted for much of the central region. In certain parts of Marion County, temperatures could even drop to the 40s (4.4 °C). Coastal areas will experience milder conditions, with lows around 60 degrees, accompanied by persistent winds over the weekend.
Before reaching Florida, the season's first cold front is expected to bring very cold temperatures, rain, and even light snow to the Midwest and parts of the Eastern United States earlier in the week, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). "On this map, you will see a broad area anticipating freezing temperatures tonight, which may affect tender outdoor vegetation," the NWS warned on Tuesday via social media platform X.