Wednesday, April 22, 2026, started out mostly cloudy across Tampa, with early morning temperatures in the low 60s. Skies are expected to brighten as the day goes on, with sunshine helping push afternoon highs into the mid‑80s. East winds should stay on the mild side at 5–9 mph, setting up a warm, comfortable day for outdoor plans.
Marine Conditions
Out on the water, the early going is a bit rough. Hazardous conditions on the bay are forecast to gradually ease through the morning, but a Small Craft Advisory remains in effect through 8 a.m. EDT for portions of Tampa Bay and nearby coastal waters. Boaters can expect choppy seas and gusty onshore winds, and smaller vessels are urged to hold off on departures until things settle down, according to the National Weather Service.
Afternoon And Week Ahead
By this afternoon, skies should turn mostly sunny with a high near 85°F, along with light east winds around 5–9 mph. The heat will keep building as the week goes on, with temperatures climbing into the upper 80s by Friday and potentially brushing 90°F early next week. Rain chances stay low through Saturday, with only a slight bump on Sunday when isolated inland showers and a few storms could pop up.
What This Means For You
Following yesterday’s elevated fire‑danger period, conditions have eased across the immediate Tampa area, but inland neighborhoods north of I‑4 may still see a few hours of low humidity later this week; see the wildfire threat from April 21 for context. If you were planning any outdoor burning, it is safer to wait until humidity rebounds and winds remain light. Anyone heading out on the water or to the shore should check the latest marine forecast before shoving off.
