Strong Storms Expected Across Central Florida This Afternoon and Evening

By iSkyNews | March 30, 2025

Central Florida — The National Weather Service in Melbourne, FL has issued a warning for increasing thunderstorm activity through 7 PM today, with some storms expected to become strong to potentially severe as they move inland from the coast.

According to the latest Day 1 Convective Outlook and a local 3PM update, gusty winds, hail, and frequent lightningare the primary concerns, especially across interior areas such as Orlando, Kissimmee, Sanford, and Leesburg.

🌩️ Forecast Highlights:

Gusty winds between 45–55 MPH➤ Up to a 15% chance of wind gusts reaching 60+ MPH
Large hail up to 1.00" in diameter
Frequent lightning strikes
Low tornado threat, though not zero

Storms are expected to form along the east coast sea breeze, with stronger development shifting inland through the late afternoon and sunset hours.

Residents are advised to remain weather-aware, especially if traveling or attending outdoor events. The National Weather Service recommends having multiple ways to receive warnings, including NOAA weather radios, mobile alerts, or trusted local news sources.

📍 Areas of highest concern include:

Orlando, Sanford, Kissimmee, Leesburg, Kenansville, and surrounding communities.

For real-time alerts and storm tracking, stay tuned to iSkyNews.com and weather.gov/melbourne.

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Strong Storms Expected Across Central Florida This Afternoon and Evening