Today - Tampa woke up to a mostly cloudy, mild start, with temperatures in the mid 60s at Tampa International Airport. The afternoon is still expected to climb into the upper 70s to around 80°F, and that familiar pattern of patchy late night and early morning fog is on tap again through the weekend.
Foggy Mornings, Sunny Afternoons
Before sunrise, expect pockets of shallow fog, especially in low-lying neighborhoods and along the bay. The haze should lift by midmorning, giving way to mostly sunny afternoons with highs in the low 80s. South to southwest winds will keep humidity up, so it may feel warmer than a typical mid February day. Local briefings have been flagging the same setup in recent coverage from Bay News 9.
Weekend Front and Cold Snap
A cold front is expected to slide into the peninsula on Sunday, with rain chances ticking up Saturday night into Sunday and a turn to breezy north northwest winds behind the boundary. The National Weather Service says the front will drag in much cooler air. Lows could drop into the upper 30s Monday morning across parts of the Nature Coast and into the 40s elsewhere, with some inland spots near freezing Tuesday and wind chills in the 20s. If you have outdoor plans Sunday, keep an eye on forecasts and radar overnight for timing and any stronger showers. Full details are available from NWS Tampa Bay.
Outlook and Commute Tips
No watches or warnings are posted this morning, but mariners should watch for pockets of sea fog later today and for winds that may reach advisory levels on Sunday. Drivers are urged to use low beams in fog, leave extra stopping distance for dawn commutes, and secure loose outdoor items before the weekend breeze picks up. If you have travel or outdoor plans through early next week, check official forecasts and your preferred weather app for updates.
