Tampa rolled today, under clear, muggy skies, with temperatures sitting in the mid-60s at Tampa International Airport and a steady east breeze already in play. By afternoon, thermometers are expected to jump into the mid to upper 80s under mostly sunny skies, with just a slim window between about 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. for a quick shower or isolated thunderstorm. Most neighborhoods should stay dry, but the humidity will make it feel a lot more like August than early March.
Afternoon Storm Risk
The odds of a storm today are low, around 20 percent, and anything that does bubble up should be brief and drop less than a tenth of an inch of rain. The real uptick arrives late in the week, with rain chances climbing to roughly 50 percent Thursday into Thursday night, so it is worth having a Plan B for outdoor plans on both Thursday and Friday. These details come from the National Weather Service.
Foggy Mornings, Sunny Afternoons
Patchy, shallow fog is on the table the next couple of mornings, especially in low-lying spots and along waterways, but it should burn off a few hours after sunrise. Overnight lows will hold mild in the mid to upper 60s, which means morning commutes could run into brief visibility issues. Drivers are urged to use low beams and build in extra travel time. Beyond that, afternoons look mostly sunny with light east winds around 6 to 8 mph.
On The Water
Easterly onshore winds should stay on the gentle side, generally under 15 knots, with seas around 2 feet or less, so small-boat traffic is expected to find relatively friendly conditions through the week. An isolated late-day thunderstorm starting Thursday could still kick up sudden gusts or choppy water, so recreational boaters should check the latest marine forecast before heading out. See the National Weather Service for updates.
