ORLANDO, Fla. – A large surface high will continue to build in over the eastern seaboard, promoting warmer and drier conditions Wednesday and Thursday across Central Florida.

With a steady onshore flow, a dominant east coast sea breeze is forecast to push inland Wednesday afternoon, keeping a few isolated showers developing inland. Coverage both days stands at 5-10%.

Afternoon temperatures are expected to warm up a bit on Wednesday — into the upper 80s along the coast and the low 90s further inland.

By the Memorial Day holiday weekend, temperatures will soar to near record highs, reaching the upper 90s west of I-95 and the upper 80s along the coast. Heat index values are forecast to run between 97-102 degrees on Friday, and to 100-107 degrees by Monday, nearing heat advisory criteria.

As you prepare and plan for your long holiday weekend festivities, remember to have ways to stay cool. Make sure you take frequent breaks in the water or in other cooler places while remaining hydrated.

Rain chances through the outlook remain low at 10-20%.

Tropical Update

The latest tropical outlook shows no tropical development expected in the next two to seven days. Hurricane season officially begins in 10 days.

On Thursday, NOAA will issue its official 2024 Hurricane Season forecast.

WACO, Texas (KWTX) – Baylor softball is heading to the super regionals for the seventh time in program history.

The Bears will be up against fourth-ranked Florida in Gainesville. Baylor is embracing the underdog role.

“Not only are they not picking us to come out, they’re picking us to lose in two games. We thrive in that type of pressure,” said Baylor softball coach Glenn Moore.

Baylor’s advancing after getting out of the regionals in Lafayette, Louisiana. For the seniors, the idea of reaching the college world series is extra special.

“Now you have the biggest possible thing to look at. We could play at the world series. Having that in the back of your mind is huge,” said Emily Hott, Baylor senior.

Baylor will play Florida on Friday at 11 a.m.

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MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. – A flood advisory and severe thunderstorm warning were issued for a portion of Miami-Dade County on Tuesday.

The advisory is in effect until 6 p.m. after the National Weather Service reported that up to two inches of rain had fallen throughout the day. The severe thunderstorm warning is in effect until 5:30 p.m.

Additional rainfall amounts of one to two inches are expected in areas that include Miami, Hialeah, Hollywood, Miami Beach, Surfside, Hallandale, Virginia Key, Miami Gardens, North Miami, North Miami Beach, Aventura, Miami Lakes, Sunny Isles Beach, Opa-locka, West Park, Miami Shores, North Bay Village, El Portal, Gladeview and Westview, according to the NWS.

Nickle-sized hail fell in Pinecrest Tuesday afternoon as thunderstorms continued to scatter through the area.

A Local 10 viewer sent video showing the hail coming down at a heavy pace at Centris, a neighborhood in Pinecrest, located near the 8200 block of Southwest 120th Street.

Drivers are advised to remain indoors as the heavy rain and winds continue through Miami-Dade County.

Local 10 Meteorologist Peta Sheerwood said the storms are expected to subside around 7 p.m.

According to the NWS, wind gusts can reach up to 60 mph and quarter-size hail are possible.

The NWS advises that South Florida residents and visitors should always remain alert for a possible tornado and be prepared to seek immediate shelter.

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