Winter Storm Headed to Florida This Week — Osceola County Braces for Cold and Opens Warming Centers

By Staff Reporter

iSkyNews.com (ISN) – Published January 24th, 2026

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Winter Storm Headed to Florida This Week — Osceola County Braces for Cold and Opens Warming Centers

OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. — A rare winter storm is on track to hit Florida this week, bringing dangerously cold temperatures, gusty winds and the potential for frost across Central Florida — including Osceola County.

According to the latest forecasts, the **cold front will begin impacting the region late Sunday, January 25, with temperatures falling sharply overnight. The brunt of the chilly weather is expected Monday and Tuesday (Jan 26–27) as overnight lows dip into the mid-30s and near freezing in outlying areas. While snow and ice aren’t expected, the cold could still create hazardous conditions for residents and vulnerable populations unused to temperatures this low.

🧤 What Osceola County Residents Should Know

Osceola County officials are urging people to take this weather seriously — especially overnight:

❄️ Temperatures could reach near freezing early Monday and Tuesday mornings
🚗 Frost and slick spots possible on roadways at dawn
🐾 Pets should be brought indoors or given warm shelter
💧 Homeowners should protect outdoor pipes from freezing

🧯 Warming Centers Will Open This Week

In response to the approaching cold snap, Osceola County has activated warming centers to help residents without heat stay safe. For details on times and locations, visit the official iSkyNews story here:
👉 https://www.iskynews.com/2026/01/need-warm-place-osceola-county-opens.html

Officials are encouraging residents to share this information with neighbors — especially seniors, families with young children, and anyone without reliable heating.

🚨 Stay Updated

This week’s storm is unusual for Florida and could bring prolonged cold overnight. Osceola County Emergency Management and the National Weather Service continue to monitor the system, and additional updates may be issued as conditions evolve.

Stay with iSkyNews.com for the latest forecasts, advisories, and county updates — and make your winter preparations now before the cold arrives Sunday night.