Residents in Tampa, FL, can expect a sweltering week ahead with a mix of sunny skies and scattered thunderstorms. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), today's weather will see isolated showers and thunderstorms after 2 pm, with a high near 95°F and heat index values reaching as high as 102. This evening's forecast predicts mostly clear skies with a slight chance of showers, descending into a comfortable 75°F low.
Looking forward, the humidity, is bound to stick around. The NWS details that Wednesday will continue the trend with a 50% chance of precipitation, mainly after 2 pm, when the day heats up to near 95°F again. Wednesday night's weather should maintain a pattern of brief scattered showers and mild easterly breezes, gently nudging the thermometer to a low in the mid-70s.
The outlook for Thursday and leading into the weekend doesn't provide much reprieve from the predictability of Florida's summer clime. As the NWS explains, Thursday will offer "Scattered showers and thunderstorms between 8am and 2pm, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 2pm" with a slightly decreased high around 93°F. The intensity of these weather events could vary, however, as the NWS notes that new rainfall amounts could be less than a tenth of an inch, or higher in circumstances of thunderstorms.
During the night, Tampa's forecast suggests, a familiarity – showers are likely and a thunderstorm could occur before the clock hits 8 pm. The sky should clear somewhat as temperatures settle around the mid-70s. Through to the weekend, the NWS predicts daily high temperatures hovering in the low 90s and the likelihood of thunderstorms peaking in the afternoons. Residents should expect more scattered showers and possible thunderstorms, with Friday night showing a similar chance of precipitation at 60%.
The weekend will offer no substantial changes. "Scattered showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 2pm," describes the typical pattern for both Saturday and Sunday, poised to disrupt any outdoor plans with a consistent 60% chance of rain. Evenings are anticipated to be milder but it's wise to keep an umbrella close. Monday's forecast sticks to the script, ensuring a wet start to the workweek with frequent chances for rain and thunderstorms.
