The NWS has laid out a simple forecast for the week that's hard to argue with-conditions are looking prime for anyone with outdoor plans. As of this morning, Tampa is waking up to a fair 62°F with a notable humidity reading of 96%, giving the air that distinctive thickness one can often expect in the region. The wind speed is leisurely at 6 mph from the south, something to note for those setting sail or perhaps just putting up a backyard umbrella, as per the National Weather Service.
Looking ahead, there's only a slim 10 percent chance of rain showers after 5 pm today, but by this evening, some rumbles might roll through with the NWS forecasting a hearty chance of showers and thunderstorms, pegged at 70%, mainly before 11 pm tonight. Keep that in mind if you're planning any evening outings or pursuits. Residents can expect new rainfall amounts between a half and three-quarters of an inch—the kind of rain that's short, sweet, and enough to water the garden but not cancel plans.
As the new week greets us, the weather seems to be on the side of those yearning for more sun. Sunday starts with a meager 10 percent chance of showers before the sun fully rises, then clears up to a mostly sunny day with a high hovering around 76°F. The pattern of sunny days and clear nights continues well into the week, with Monday and Tuesday each promising bright skies and daily highs gradually climbing from the mid to high 70s, with light, manageable winds that shouldn't upset too many outdoor dining setups.
Nighttime conditions throughout the week are expected to remain mostly clear, with overnight low temperatures falling into the mid-to-upper 50s, according to forecasters. Toward the end of the week, conditions will trend warmer, with mostly sunny skies during the day and limited cloud cover at night. High temperatures are forecast to rise gradually, reaching around 82 degrees Fahrenheit by Friday.
