Tampa, FL – A soggy Sunday is ahead for Tampa, with heavy showers and thunderstorms expected through late morning and early afternoon, bringing localized flooding and reduced visibility for drivers. The National Weather Service reports an 80% chance of rain starting before 8 a.m., with southeast winds around 7 mph keeping humidity high and heat index values pushing the upper 90s.
According to the NWS Tampa Bay office, the heaviest rainfall could total up to a half-inch in some neighborhoods, particularly near downtown Tampa, Brandon, and along I-275 and I-4 corridors. Lightning and ponding on roads are likely during the morning commute hours, and residents are urged to delay outdoor activities until storms pass.
The unsettled pattern continues into Monday, with another 70% chance of showers and scattered storms, followed by lingering rain chances through midweek. Skies may clear briefly by Thursday, but highs will climb back into the mid-90s with oppressive humidity.
Warnings for localized flooding and lightning remain possible through Tuesday. Keep an eye on updated advisories if you have outdoor plans.
Five Day Tampa, FL Forecast:
- Sunday: Showers and thunderstorms, mainly before noon. High 92°F, low 77°F.
- Monday: Showers likely, scattered thunderstorms. High 94°F, low 78°F.
- Tuesday: Isolated thunderstorms, showers likely. High 96°F, low 78°F.
- Wednesday: Isolated thunderstorms, showers likely. High 96°F, low 79°F.
- Thursday: Showers and storms likely. High 93°F, low 78°F.
