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Tampa Bay Basks in One Last Sunny Day Before Stormy Weekend Blows In

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Published on October 14, 2026
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Tampa is getting one more bright, rain-free day before the forecast starts looking more like Florida again. Wednesday will be sunny with a high near 88, light east-northeast winds, and an overnight low around 72.

Sunny Wednesday, Hotter Thursday

The National Weather Service Tampa Bay office expects lower humidity and quiet weather through midweek, with mostly clear skies Wednesday night, according to the National Weather Service. Thursday turns up the heat slightly, reaching about 90 degrees while staying mostly sunny.

Winds will remain manageable through Thursday, generally running from the east northeast at 3 to 8 mph. For outdoor plans, the next two days offer the cleanest stretch before rain chances make their return.

Storm Chances Return Friday

Friday brings a noticeable shift, with a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. The evening could stay unsettled, with additional showers and thunderstorms possible before 8 p.m. and isolated activity continuing into the early overnight hours.

Breezier Weekend Ahead

Saturday will be cooler, with a high near 83 and scattered showers and thunderstorms possible after 2 p.m. Northeast winds could gust as high as 28 mph, making the day feel considerably breezier even when the rain holds off.

Sunday stays mostly sunny but carries a 20% chance of isolated rain showers after 2 p.m., with northeast gusts potentially reaching 32 mph. Shower chances continue Monday afternoon at 30%, followed by a mostly sunny Tuesday with a slight chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms.

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