Tampa residents can look forward to a mix of sunshine and summer storms in the coming week, according to the National Weather Service. The forecast, expectedly unpredictable for this time of year, suggests scattered showers and thunderstorms will pepper the days, primarily in the afternoons. Today's weather brings partly sunny conditions with a high near 89 degrees, alongside a 40% chance of precipitation after 2 pm. The relative humidity will breathe heavy at 90%, and winds will be a light northeast breeze. "Scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2pm," the NWS Tampa predicts, carrying into the evening with a lower chance of precipitation before clearing overnight.
Tonight's forecast includes the continuance of these scattered showers and thunderstorms before they taper off around 11 pm, as the skies transition to partly cloudy with a low settling around 74 degrees. Looking forward into Thursday, the NWS anticipates showers and a possible thunderstorm after 2 pm, with the possibility of temperatures soaring near 90 degrees. Visitors and locals alike, gearing up for the heat index values as high as 98, should stay hydrated and seek shade when available, as per the warning of local health officials.
By Thursday evening, odds of showers and thunderstorms remain high at 60% before 8 pm. The skies should then lean toward mostly cloudy with an east wind to keep things slightly cooler at night. This pattern of sunshine punctuated by spells of rain continues into the weekend, with Friday and Saturday afternoons both expecting showers and thunderstorms. "Scattered showers and thunderstorms after 2pm," the NWS Tampa foresees, with temperatures hovering around the high 80s to low 90s.
Each night the rainfall seems to give the region a reprieve, offering mostly cloudy evenings and bringing temperatures down to the mid-70s. And things aren’t cooling down as the weekend draws to a close. Sunday through Tuesday heralds a persistent pattern, with "Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 2pm," as stated by the NWS. The probability of rain ranges from 50% on Sunday up to a 70% chance by Monday, urging the city to brace itself for a wet start to the work week.
Residents and visitors should plan ahead, bringing an umbrella and avoiding outdoor activities during peak afternoon storms. The weather in Tampa Bay may affect travel and events, so staying updated with the National Weather Service will help manage the week's stormy conditions.
