Orlando weather today is mostly sunny with a high near 82°F, but don’t let the pleasant temperature fool you—we’re dealing with some noticeably breezy conditions that’ll affect your plans around town.
East-northeast winds will run 5 to 15 mph throughout the day, with gusts climbing as high as 25 mph, especially if you’re heading toward coastal areas south of Cape Canaveral. The National Weather Service is flagging a High Risk for rip currents at area beaches, so if you’re planning a beach day at Cocoa Beach or New Smyrna, exercise extra caution in the water. Only 7% chance of rain today, so the theme parks—Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld—will see mostly clear skies, though you might want to secure any loose items around your resort pool or patio.
If you’re tailgating or setting up for outdoor activities, make sure any pop-up canopy tent with weights and outdoor furniture covers are anchored down. A bungee cord assortment is also handy to have on hand for securing gear. Tonight, expect partly cloudy skies with lows around 65°F—pleasant sleeping weather if you keep your windows cracked.
Tuesday warms up to 87°F with mostly sunny skies and lighter winds (5 to 10 mph), making it an ideal day for golf. If you’re hitting the links around the metro, check out our guide on the best golf balls for high handicappers in 2026 to dial in your game.
The big story this week: a warming trend is underway. By Wednesday, we’re climbing to 93°F with mostly sunny conditions—near record territory. Thursday will be even hotter. If you’re planning outdoor events like the Orlando Pirates vs. Fishers Freight Football game on May 9 at the Kia Center (an indoor venue, thankfully), or heading to Rolling Loud at Camping World Stadium on May 8, grab Get tickets on SeatGeek or Find tickets on StubHub early. For the outdoor concerts like Welcome to Rockville at Daytona International Speedway on May 8, bring plenty of water and sunscreen—those midweek highs are no joke. Grab Official team gear on Fanatics to show your support, and consider a portable propane grill if you’re tailgating before the games.
Tonight is perfect grilling weather. Fire up the grill for burgers, steaks, or grilled chicken with corn on the cob. An instant-read meat thermometer and grill brush and scraper set will help you nail the temperature and keep your grill in top shape. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything for tonight’s dinner delivered to your door.
Next few days: Tuesday stays dry and pleasant; Wednesday and Thursday turn hot with highs in the low to mid 90s. A drier weather pattern is settling in, so no rain expected through midweek. Stay hydrated and plan your outdoor activities for early morning or evening to beat the heat.
