The National Weather Service in Tampa is forecasting a series of unsettled weather patterns for the region, with scattered showers and thunderstorms set to persist through the next week. According to the latest weather update, residents in Tampa can expect a mix of sun and clouds today, with a likelihood of thunderstorms particularly from late morning into the afternoon.

Temperatures are slated to reach high points near 93 degrees Fahrenheit, but with the humidity, the heat index values could surge to as high as 104 degrees. Winds will remain relatively calm but are expected to shift from the southwest at speeds around 5 to 7 mph. The chance of precipitation today stands at 60%, and Tampa could see new rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch. Such conditions are projected to quell after 4pm, though the possibility of scattered showers will continue into the evening.

The trend of scattered thunderstorms and showers extends into tonight, with the Weather Service forecasting a 30% probability of thunderstorms mainly before 8pm. The skies are then expected to clear up, culminating in a mostly clear evening, with temperature lows hovering around 78 degrees and light, variable winds.

Looking ahead to the weekend and beyond, this pattern of scattered daytime thunderstorms and showers is looking to continue through to Independence Day. Residents should prepare to rapidly shuffle between indoor and outdoor activities to adjust, with daytime highs steadily climbing near the mid-90s and the chance for precipitation persisting at around 60%.