Tampa residents should keep their umbrellas close by as the National Weather Service in Tampa forecasts an unsettled pattern for the coming days. The latest update indicates that today, the skies over Tampa will teeter between mostly cloudy and stormy, with a 60% chance of rain, and potential thunderstorms brewing after 5 p.m.
The city woke up to a balmy 76 degrees Fahrenheit this morning, and the humidity, standing at 82% coupled with southeast winds moving at a tame 5 mph. As the day advances, temperatures are expected to peak near 86 degrees, with a south southwest wind picking up to 8 to 13 mph. "A chance of showers before 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2pm and 5pm, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 5pm", the NWS report detailed.
Looking into the night, residents can expect mostly cloudy skies to persist, with the mercury dipping to a low of around 75 degrees. The gentle southwest wind should shift to a east southeast breeze in the evening. Rain chances continue at 40%, ensuring a damp end to the day.
For those making plans for Sunday, it might bode well to consider indoor activities. The outlook suggests a high near 89 degrees with an 80% chance of precipitation, as showers are anticipated to punctuate the day, particularly intensifying in the afternoon. "Showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 2pm", the National Weather Service's forecast mentions, although Monday won't offer much respite with a 100% chance of rain and possible thunderstorms in the cards.
The week ahead will offer a mixed bag of weather—the potential for showers will eventually decrease, culminating in seemingly clear skies by next Wednesday. With a 20% chance of early showers, the midweek should clear up, yielding to sunny days and highs inching close to 90 by Thursday. Friday further sweetens the deal, promising sun-soaked skies and a high near 92, setting the stage for what may be a splendid end to a rather wet week.
