Tampa is starting the day under a blanket of clouds, sitting in the mid 60s and staring down scattered showers with a side of possible thunderstorms. The soggy setup is expected to stick around through midweek, with daytime highs running a few degrees below normal. Pockets of heavier rain and gusty northeast winds could slow the commute whenever a downpour rolls through.
Showers And Timing
Showers and thunderstorms are likely Tuesday, with highs in the low 70s and a 60–70% chance of rain, according to the NWS Tampa Bay office. Some spots could pick up a quarter to a half inch of new rainfall.
Tonight carries only a slight chance for a brief shower, but the atmosphere will reload for additional rounds of showers and storms on Wednesday and Thursday. The heaviest totals are most likely inland and east of the Bay, so if you have outdoor plans, it is worth checking hour-by-hour timing before you head out.
Afternoon Winds And Marine Conditions
Northeast winds of about 9–15 mph, with gusts that could top out near 25–28 mph, will make it feel cooler than the thermometer suggests and will stir up choppy water through Thursday. A Small Craft Advisory remains in effect for many coastal zones, so small-boat operators are urged to hold off on nonessential trips and secure any loose gear. Onshore breezes will also kick up higher waves and a bumpier ride for ferries and recreational craft.
Weekend Outlook
Later this week, skies should clear and temperatures are expected to rebound, with highs climbing into the low to mid 80s by Friday and into the weekend while rain chances back off. That warmer, drier pattern lines up with the Tampa turns tropical outlook from March, but first the city will have to slog through a few wet days that could leave low-lying streets puddled after heavier cells. For now, keep a rain jacket close through midweek and be ready for gusty conditions on bridges and other exposed roadways.
