Tampa, Florida – Hot, unstable air is expected to trigger scattered thunderstorms across Tampa by Monday afternoon, bringing heat index values near 101°F and elevated lightning risks across the metro area.
According to the National Weather Service, storms are expected to begin developing after 2 p.m. Monday, with coverage increasing into the evening. Monday’s high will reach 92°F under mostly cloudy skies, while calm winds in the morning will shift to a light breeze from the southwest by mid-day. Residents should be prepared for brief heavy downpours, gusty winds, and lightning that could impact evening commutes — especially along I-275 and U.S. Route 92.
Localized flooding in poor drainage areas is possible with rainfall totals between a tenth and quarter inch, though stronger cells could produce more. Tampa drivers should avoid low-lying roads during peak storm hours and delay travel when thunder roars.
Tuesday brings a near carbon copy of Monday: mostly cloudy with afternoon thunderstorms and a high near 92°F. The pattern continues midweek, with rain chances climbing to 60% by Wednesday night as another round of scattered storms targets the area.
🌤️ Five-Day Forecast for Tampa (Mon, July 7 – Fri, July 11):
- Monday: High 92°F, afternoon thunderstorms after 2 p.m. (50% chance)
- Tuesday: High 92°F, scattered PM storms (50% chance)
- Wednesday: High 91°F, storms likely by evening (60% chance)
- Thursday: High 91°F, rain and storms likely, especially overnight (60% chance)
- Friday: High 91°F, thunderstorms remain likely (80% chance)
