Temperatures on Merritt Island will rise steadily throughout the day on May 10, starting at 75°F at 4 a.m. and reaching 83°F by 3 p.m. Humidity remains high in the early morning but drops to 76% by 10 a.m. as temperatures climb. The National Weather Service reports no precipitation until the late morning, when a 10% chance of rain appears at 7 a.m. and grows to 30% by 11 a.m.
From 4 a.m. to 8 a.m., conditions stay mostly cloudy with temperatures increasing from 75°F to 80°F. Wind speeds remain low, averaging 1 mph or less, but humidity stays above 90% until 9 a.m. By 10 a.m., the sky clears to partly cloudy, and temperatures hit 85°F. The feel-like temperature jumps to 94°F at 10 a.m. due to humidity, though actual temperatures remain below 86°F.
The afternoon brings a shift in conditions. At 11 a.m., a 30% chance of rain showers begins, with wind speeds increasing to 3 mph. Temperatures peak at 86°F at noon before slightly declining to 85°F by 1 p.m. Humidity stabilizes at 73-77% during the peak heat, but the feel-like temperature remains above 93°F until 3 p.m. Rain showers persist through the early afternoon, though no significant precipitation is expected.
Residents are advised to prepare for the temperature increase and potential moisture in the late morning. The forecast shows no extreme weather, but the combination of heat and humidity may make outdoor activities feel more intense. The chance of rain remains below 40% throughout the day, with the highest likelihood between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.