Central Florida is experiencing a dramatic temperature swing, transitioning from near-record heat this weekend to a significant cold snap early next week. On Saturday, temperatures soared into the upper 80s, with Orlando expected to reach 89 degrees, potentially surpassing the 1989 record of 88 degrees. Sanford also anticipated hitting 88 degrees, challenging its record of 87, while Daytona Beach and Leesburg saw mid to upper 80s under abundant sunshine. Overnight lows during the warm spell remained in the 60s. A strong cold front, originating from Central Texas, is forecast to approach Central Florida by Sunday morning. While it may bring spotty showers and downpours, particularly after 7 a.m. in southern counties like Osceola and Brevard, rainfall totals are expected to be less than a quarter inch and insufficient to alleviate ongoing drought conditions in areas like Marion, Volusia, Flagler, and metro Orlando. Once the front passes through Sunday afternoon, sharply colder air will move in, accompanied by breezy conditions, marking what forecasters describe as "winter returning with a vengeance." By Monday, daytime highs are projected to tumble to 58 degrees, with overnight lows falling into the 30s and 40s. Tuesday morning is expected to be even colder, with temperatures dropping into the 30s and wind chills making it feel like the 20s. Some areas, like along the Interstate 10 corridor, could experience a hard freeze, potentially extending as far south as the Ocala metro area. This drastic change represents a temperature swing of around 50 degrees in some locations, with temperatures cold enough to stun iguanas when they fall into the 40s. The coldest conditions are anticipated Monday night, with temperatures remaining chilly through Tuesday.