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Heat advisories issued for Florida as temperatures soar: How hot will Orlando get?

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Published  July 28, 2025 7:59am EDT
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Orlando Weather Forecast PM: July 28, 2025

Orlando Weather Forecast PM: July 28, 2025

FOX 35 Storm Team Senior Meteorologist Noah Bergren is tracking even hotter weather coming for Tuesday.

The Brief

    • Florida faces a dangerous heat wave this week, with a Heat Advisory issued for Central Florida.
    • Temperatures could reach the upper 90s with heat indices up to 112°.
    • Cooling stations are open in Orange County, and residents are urged to stay hydrated and avoid outdoor activities during peak heat.

ORLANDO, Fla. - Florida is bracing for a dangerously hot heat wave at the start of the week.

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Heat Advisory for the Sunshine State, including the Central Florida region.

By the numbers:

Central Florida set or tied records for high temperatures on Monday. Many areas saw the temperatures at or near 100 degrees with heat index values close to 118 degrees. 

To help residents stay safe during the extreme heat, Orange County is providing cooling stations at various locations such as parks, libraries, splash pads, and community centers. Free LYNX bus rides are available to all cooling station sites.

Here’s what you need to know.

How to stay safe during extreme heat

What you can do:

The NWS issues a Heat Advisory when dangerously high temperatures or heat index values (which measure how hot it feels when humidity is factored in with the actual air temperature) are expected.

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When this advisory is in effect, officials advise postponing or rescheduling outdoor activities, especially during the hottest part of the day.

If you must be outside, they encourage drinking plenty of water and taking frequent breaks in the shade. Stay in a cool place, especially during the heat of the day and evening.

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The Source: This story was written based on information shared by the FOX 35 Storm Team on July 28, 2025. Additional details regarding heat safety were provided by the National Weather Service. 

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