The first week of school is shaping up to be a hot and steamy one across Central Florida, with afternoon temperatures climbing into the low to mid-90s and feels-like temperatures topping 100 degrees.
For students heading back to the classroom, Monday offers the best chance of rain during the first week of school.
There is a 30% chance for isolated showers and thunderstorms, with the greatest opportunity for rain developing inland during the afternoon.
After Monday, the heat becomes the bigger weather story.
High temperatures will remain in the low to mid-90s through the week, while increasing humidity pushes heat index values above 100 degrees at times.
The combination of high temperatures and tropical humidity could make afternoon outdoor activities especially uncomfortable.
The first week of school is shaping up to be a hot and steamy one across Central Florida.
Parents and students should plan for plenty of water, take breaks from the heat and limit prolonged outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day.
With the heat building, heat advisories may become necessary later this week if forecast conditions warrant.
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