Max temperatures increasing with peak heat index in the triple digits

Friday will be a little warmer, with maximum temperatures reaching the lower to mid-90s.

The coast will be cooler, but the peak heat index is expected to reach 99-103 degrees in the afternoon, according to the NWS Melbourne.

Scattered afternoon showers and lightning storms may cool things off.

Most of Central Florida has a 40% chance of rain, while the southern parts of the region see chances from 20-30%.

There is a moderate risk of rip currents at all east Central Florida Atlantic beaches.