Tampa, FL – Florida’s Fall heat isn’t cooling down yet. Scattered thunderstorms and muggy air will dominate the first half of this week, keeping Tampa Bay residents on alert for slick roads and steamy afternoons. Temperatures will stay near 90°F through Tuesday, with humidity pushing heat index values toward the upper 90s.
According to the National Weather Service in Tampa Bay, isolated storms could spark along I-275 and U.S. 301 during the afternoon commute Monday and Tuesday. Brief downpours may cause ponding on roads, especially in low-lying areas and near drainage construction zones. Drivers should slow down and keep headlights on when showers move through.
East winds will stay breezy, gusting between 15 and 20 mph at times. The pattern will hold through midweek before drier air slides in by Thursday. Skies should clear enough for evening walks, pumpkin patch visits, or outdoor events later this week.
Despite the short-term heat, forecasters say slightly cooler mornings could return next weekend—ideal for early Halloween decorating or planning a leaf-viewing trip north of I-4. Stay weather-aware and hydrated during the warmest part of the day, and keep an eye on developing cells through local radar updates.
Five-Day Forecast for Tampa, FL:
Sun: 90/75 – Mostly sunny; scattered PM storms possible.
Mon: 90/75 – Partly sunny; scattered T-storms.
Tue: 89/74 – Isolated storms midafternoon; humid.
Wed: 90/74 – Sunny; few coastal showers late.
Thu: 90/72 – Mostly sunny; calmer breeze, drier air building.
