Volusia County Residents Encouraged to Take Precautions as Temperatures Fall Overnight

Posted On: December 30, 2025

As a surge of colder air moves into Volusia County tonight, residents are encouraged to take steps to protect themselves, their pets, and their property, as overnight temperatures are expected to fall into the 30s.

The National Weather Service in Melbourne has issued a Cold Weather Advisory for much of east central Florida, including Volusia County, from 1 a.m. to 9 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 31. A Freeze Watch is also in effect for inland Volusia County during the same time period. Overnight low temperatures are expected to range from the low to upper 30s, with wind chills potentially falling into the mid to upper 20s, creating hazardous conditions during the coldest overnight and early morning hours.

To reduce the risk of cold-related hazards, residents are encouraged to take the following precautions overnight:

• Dress in warm layers and limit time outdoors whenever possible, especially during the overnight and early morning hours.
• Use space heaters with caution, keeping them at least three feet away from flammable materials and never leaving them unattended.
• Bring pets indoors or provide proper shelter and warmth, and protect sensitive or tropical plants from freezing temperatures.
• Consider allowing faucets to drip slowly overnight to help reduce the risk of frozen pipes.
• Check on elderly family members, friends, and neighbors who may be more vulnerable to prolonged exposure to cold weather.

Cold-weather shelters provided by community partners will also be available tonight and Wednesday night to assist individuals without adequate heating or housing, as previously announced. Information is available on Volusia County's websiteand social media channels.