Cold Front to Bring Scattered Showers, Temperature Changes to Central Florida

Meteorologist forecasts weekend weather shift, breezy winds to start the work week

Apr. 18, 2026 at 11:08pm

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A cold front is expected to move through Central Florida on Sunday, bringing scattered showers and a drop in temperatures. The front is forecast to weaken before reaching the region, but could still produce some isolated storms throughout the afternoon. Temperatures are expected to start mild on Sunday before cooling off on Monday and Tuesday, with breezy winds also anticipated.

Why it matters

The changing weather conditions could impact outdoor plans and activities in the Central Florida region, including the popular Jeep Beach event in Daytona Beach. The forecast also provides important information for residents and visitors to prepare for the shift in temperatures and wind speeds.

The details

The cold front moving across the Midwest is expected to reach Central Florida on Sunday, bringing a 20% chance of scattered showers and isolated storms. Cloudy skies are forecast ahead of the front, but rain activity is expected to be spotty and lower in intensity, with no severe conditions anticipated. Temperatures on Sunday will start off mild in the lower 60s overnight, reaching above-average highs. After the front passes, a drop in temperatures is expected, with Monday's high around 80 degrees and Tuesday in the low 80s. The region should see mostly 80-degree weather throughout the week before temperatures rebound into the lower 90s next weekend.

  • The cold front is expected to reach Central Florida on Sunday, April 20, 2026.
  • Monday morning could see wind gusts up to 30 miles per hour, with breezy conditions lasting into the afternoon.

The players

Michelle Morgan

A News 6 meteorologist who provided the weather forecast for Central Florida.

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What they’re saying

“Get ready for some changes in the weather this weekend, Central Florida! A cold front is on the move and expected to sweep through the area on Sunday.”

— Michelle Morgan, Meteorologist

What’s next

The News 6 Pinpoint Weather 7-day forecast suggests that after the front moves out, rain chances will stay minimal for several days, giving Central Florida a stretch of sunny and pleasant spring weather.

The takeaway

The changing weather conditions over the weekend and start of the work week in Central Florida could impact outdoor plans and activities, but the forecast also indicates a return to more seasonal temperatures and sunny weather in the coming days.