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FL Weather Alert: 52° Chill to 80° Wednesday, Tampa, Nov 15–18
Florida's Gulf Coast is heading toward a noticeable November warmup, with temperatures climbing nearly 30 degrees from Sunday's early chill. Tampa Bay could reach 80 degrees by Wednesday as strengthen
By Avery Collins · 2026-11-15T10:17:11.080Z
Florida's Gulf Coast is heading toward a noticeable November warmup, with temperatures climbing nearly 30 degrees from Sunday's early chill. Tampa Bay could reach 80 degrees by Wednesday as strengthening northeast winds bring breezier conditions across the region.
The shift will be noticeable for commuters, boaters and residents planning outdoor activities across Hillsborough and Pinellas counties.
According to the National Weather Service, Tampa faces mostly dry conditions, increasing temperatures and periodic wind gusts through the middle of the week.
Tampa's Chilly Start Gives Way to Warmer Conditions Sunday begins with temperatures near 52 degrees at Peter O. Knight Airport in Tampa.
Northeast winds around 10 mph make conditions feel closer to 49 degrees.
Sunshine should lift afternoon temperatures toward 73 degrees, offering a comfortable finish to the weekend.
Monday, November 16, brings partly sunny skies and highs near 76 degrees.
However, northeast winds of 9 to 11 mph could produce gusts reaching 20 mph.
A slight chance of showers develops after 1 a.m. Tuesday, with precipitation chances around 20%.
Wednesday Brings 80 Degree Warmth and Stronger Winds Tuesday, November 17, continues the warming trend.
Partly sunny skies should accompany highs near 76 degrees, with northeast gusts reaching 22 mph.
By Wednesday, November 18, temperatures could climb to 80 degrees.
East northeast winds of 11 to 16 mph could produce gusts reaching 24 mph.
Thursday continues the warm pattern, with highs near 80 degrees and gusts potentially reaching 25 mph.
Friday could bring even warmer conditions, with afternoon temperatures approaching 81 degrees.
What Tampa Bay Drivers and Boaters Should Know Drivers using I 275, I 4 and the Howard Frankland Bridge should remain aware of gusty conditions.
Exposed bridges may feel particularly breezy during periods of stronger northeast winds.
Boaters and residents planning activities around Tampa Bay should monitor updated marine conditions before heading onto the water.
Despite the increasing wind, widespread rainfall is not indicated in the supplied forecast.
Only a 20% shower chance appears early Tuesday.
The broader southern United States faces heavier thunderstorms, but that activity is not expected to affect Tampa directly.
No local tornado threat or severe thunderstorm warning is identified in the supplied outlook.
Tampa Bay's Five Day Weather Outlook Monday, November 16: Partly sunny and warmer, high near 76°F. Northeast gusts up to 20 mph. Low near 62°F, with a 20% chance of showers after 1 a.m. Tuesday, November 17: Partly sunny, high near 76°F. Northeast gusts up to 22 mph. Partly cloudy Tuesday night, low around 62°F. Wednesday, November 18: Mostly sunny and breezy, high near 80°F. East northeast gusts up to 24 mph. Low near 64°F Wednesday night. Thursday, November 19: Mostly sunny and breezy, high near 80°F. Northeast gusts up to 25 mph. Partly cloudy Thursday night, low around 65°F. Friday, November 20: Mostly sunny and breezy, high near 81°F. Partly cloudy Friday night, low around 65°F.