The National Weather Service in Melbourne said showers and storms are once again forecast across east central Florida this afternoon.

The agency said lightning strikes, localized flooding, and wind gusts will be possible. It also said warm and muggy conditions are expected statewide, with heat indices exceeding 100°F.

The post said there is a moderate rip risk at the beaches.

The information was posted to Facebook on 2026-06-13T10:00:49.000Z.

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NWS Melbourne: Wet, stormy day; coastal rain late

The NWS office in Melbourne said east central Florida is seeing another wet and stormy day. The highest chance of rain is focused along the coast late afternoon into this evening, with a continuing Marginal Risk (1/4) for excessive rainfall.

NWS Melbourne Issues Rip Current, Storm Forecast

The National Weather Service in Melbourne forecast a mostly dry night with isolated showers and lightning storms from southern Brevard County southward. It also issued a moderate risk of rip currents at east central Florida beaches.

NWS Melbourne forecasts storms and flooding risk Friday

The National Weather Service in Melbourne said scattered to numerous showers and storms are forecast for east central Florida on Friday. Lightning, localized flooding, strong wind gusts, and a moderate rip risk at local beaches are possible.

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Space Coast partners unite to promote Tomorrow Launches Here

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Argotec expands U.S. satellite plant in Melbourne

Melbourne, Florida — Italian aerospace company Argotec is expanding its U.S. satellite manufacturing headquarters and plans to grow its local workforce to support rapid, scalable satellite deployment as Florida's Space Coast attracts global aerospace investment.

Students Explore Space Careers at Kennedy Space Center

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Melbourne Beach Library Discusses Larson’s Demon of Unrest

Melbourne Beach Library's book club meets March 13 to discuss Larson's work.

Brevard libraries feature "The Queen of Sugar Hill" for #TogetherWeRead

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