Tampa, Florida – Storms could slam Tampa by late Tuesday afternoon, threatening to disrupt commutes and holiday plans across the region.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and thunderstorms are likely after 4 p.m. Tuesday, with a 60% chance of rain throughout the evening. Southeast winds will shift southwest by the afternoon, raising the risk of sudden downpours, gusty winds, and lightning. Drivers on I-275, I-4, and the Veterans Expressway should use caution during the evening rush.
Rain continues into Tuesday night, especially between 7 p.m. and midnight. Thunderstorms may bring locally heavy rain, though most areas should see less than a tenth of an inch. The stormy trend will hold through much of the week, with daily afternoon and evening storms likely.
Here’s what to expect for Tampa through the July 4th weekend:
- Wednesday, July 2: High near 88°F. Scattered thunderstorms possible after 2 p.m. Rain chance: 70%.
- Thursday, July 3: More showers expected, mainly after 2 p.m. High near 87°F. Rain chance: 80%.
- Thursday Night: Thunderstorms taper by midnight. Lows in the mid-70s.
- Friday, July 4 (Independence Day): Storms remain likely through the holiday. Rain chance: 80%. High near 88°F.
- Saturday, July 5: Scattered storms again, mainly after 2 p.m. High near 89°F. Rain chance: 60%.
- Sunday, July 6: Thunderstorms likely. Hot and humid with highs near 90°F. Rain chance: 70%.
