Monday is a FOX 35 Storm Team Alert Day due to the threat for strong or severe thunderstorms in Orlando and Central Florida.

Central Florida faces a heightened risk of severe weather today as a strong cold front moves through the area. Tracking the timing:

Cooler temperatures will move in Tuesday

South Florida is in for a stretch of cool, cloudy, and breezy weather through Thursday, with some rough marine conditions sticking around

The cold blast poses potential risks to agriculture and outdoor animals in a region unaccustomed to freezing temperatures.

At 6 a.m. Tuesday, March 17, several counties were under freeze watches or warnings, with others under a frost advisory.

Central Florida could be in store for a 20-degree drop early next week giving some on Spring Break colder than expected temperatures, according to the National Weather Service.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Millions of Americans from Texas to the Northeast are bracing for a major winter storm expected to bring heavy snow, sleet and dangerous ice starting Friday and lasting into the weekend.

While showers and storms will be possible during the morning hours, the worst of the weather is expected during the afternoon and evening hours.