Friday morning, June 5, 2026, started off clear and sultry in Tampa, with temperatures already near 71°F by about 5:35 a.m. EDT and the kind of humidity that clings. Mostly sunny skies are on tap this afternoon with a high near 93°F, so the story today is heat, not rain. East winds will stay light around 5 to 9 mph, keeping a warm onshore breeze going through the day.
Afternoon And Tonight
Temperatures will climb from the 80s into the low 90s this afternoon, then only slip back to a mild low near 72°F overnight under mostly clear skies. The chance of measurable rain today is essentially zero, so outdoor plans should be timed around the hottest hours rather than any threat of storms. Out on the bay, look for winds around 10 to 15 knots (about 11 to 17 mph) with 2 to 3 foot seas, easing as we head into Saturday.
Weekend And Week Ahead
The heat cranks up another notch over the weekend, with highs in the mid 90s. Forecasts call for about 94°F on Saturday, June 6, 2026, and near 96°F on Sunday, June 7, 2026, with heat index values pushing into the upper 90s. A slight chance of afternoon showers and isolated thunderstorms returns Monday afternoon, June 8, 2026, and storm chances grow by midweek as Gulf moisture moves north. According to the NWS Tampa Bay, that pattern should hold unless a surge of moisture arrives a bit faster than expected.
Heat Safety
With several hot days lining up, it is a good time to treat hydration like a full-time job and avoid strenuous outdoor work during the peak mid to late afternoon heat. Check in on older adults, young children, and pets, and move events indoors whenever you can. If you start to feel faint, dizzy, or nauseous, get to an air-conditioned or shaded spot immediately. Outdoor workers should shift the heaviest tasks into the morning or evening hours and build in frequent water breaks.
Where To Get Updates
For hour-by-hour forecast tweaks and any new watches, keep an eye on the National Weather Service Tampa Bay. For more context on this warm stretch, see our piece from last Sunday, Tampa turns into a steam bath. We will post updates if the NWS issues heat advisories, marine statements, or other watches that affect the Tampa metro area.
