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Get ready for a wet morning commute; possible severe storms Thursday

The big swings in temperatures continue as we wait for another strong cold front to sweep over the state toward the end of this week.

ORLANDO, Fla. — As more moisture moves over Central Florida due to the winds shifting from the east-southeast this evening. Stray showers are possible as we await for the next cold front that will bring high rain coverage and the chance for some strong to severe storms Thursday morning. The main threat for severe storms will remain focused west of Orlando.

Rain chances and coverage will pick up early Thursday morning through the afternoon as the front enters Central Florida from the west-northwest. There is a chance for some isolated strong to severe thunderstorms during the morning commute, especially west of Orange County. Thunderstorms could develop strong wind gusts, exceeding 40 mph. Occasional rain showers are likely throughout the afternoon, and the clouds will allow the temperatures to stay in the low 70s. The cold front will clear the area by the evening and the temperatures will quickly fall after sunset as drier air settles in.

Watch: 5-Day Forecast from Severe Weather Center 9

Friday will be a chilly day, starting off in the low 40s with highs only reaching the upper 50s.
Some rural locations, especially north of Orlando, could wake up Friday with temperatures in the upper 30s.
Weekend preview:
Saturday will be very nice, with sunshine and temperatures in the mid-60s. There will be more clouds and higher chances for showers Sunday as another front arrives.
Certified meteorologist Rusty McCranie will be live at noon with the latest model updates on Channel 9. 
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