Local weather forecast

Weather in Merritt Island, FL

Updated 2026-08-11 12:15 local time · ZIP codes 32952, 32953

Sunny
Now91°F

Sunny

High / Low97° / 79°
Rain chance8%
Wind2 mph
Weather alerts

Active alerts

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Heat Advisory issued August 11 at 12:13AM EDT until August 11 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 110 expected. * WHERE...A portion of east central Florida. * WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

Safety instructions

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

Hourly

Next hours

NowSunny91°4% rain
1 PMSunny97°3% rain
2 PMSunny97°3% rain
3 PMSunny95°3% rain
4 PMSunny94°3% rain
5 PMSunny92°3% rain
6 PMSunny90°4% rain
7 PMSunny86°7% rain
8 PMSunny83°10% rain
9 PMClear82°12% rain
10 PMClear82°12% rain
11 PMClear82°10% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-08-11
Sunny
97° 79°Sunny
Rain 8%Gust 9 mph
Tomorrow2026-08-12
Sunny
96° 76°Sunny
Rain 71%Gust 9 mph
Thursday2026-08-13
Partly Cloudy
94° 76°Partly Cloudy
Rain 64%Gust 8 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like105°F
Humidity71%
Pressure30.15 inHg
Visibility10 mi
Wind2 mph S
Wind gusts7 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index9
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:50 AM
Sunset08:05 PM
Moonrise05:03 AM
Moon phaseNew Moon
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Umbrella not essential

Rain chance stays relatively low over the next 12 hours (up to 12%).

Choose light, breathable clothing

It feels like 105°F with winds near 2 mph.

Best window: 7 PM

86°F, 7% rain chance and 7 mph wind.

Allow a little extra driving time

Visibility is around 10 mi; gusts may reach 14 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 91°F, wind 2 mph, rain chance up to 12%.

Very strong UV protection needed

UV index is 9. Use shade, sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.

Merritt Island weather today

Sunny and 91°F in Merritt Island, FL. Today's high is 97°F with a 8% rain chance. Winds are around 2 mph with gusts near 7 mph. Relative humidity is 71%, pressure is 30.15 inHg, and visibility is about 10 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Merritt Island

Sunrise is at 06:50 AM and sunset is at 08:05 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Sunny with a high near 96°F and a low near 76°F. The maximum rain chance is 71%.

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