Florida Weather Alert: Tampa Bay Faces Thunderstorms and Travel Disruptions Tuesday, September 9

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Tampa, Fla. – Thunderstorms threaten to disrupt Tampa Bay Tuesday morning, with lightning and flooding risks that could snarl commutes and delay flights. Drivers on I-275 and surrounding roadways should plan for reduced visibility and ponding water during peak travel hours.

According to the National Weather Service, showers and thunderstorms are likely before 2 a.m. Tuesday, with stronger cells redeveloping after sunrise. East-northeast winds near 7 mph will shift northerly later in the day, fueling storm activity. Rainfall amounts could top an inch in some neighborhoods, raising localized flooding concerns.

The greatest risk comes during Tuesday’s morning and afternoon drive, when heavy downpours may trigger slowdowns across Hillsborough and Pinellas counties. Lightning strikes and gusty winds also pose safety hazards, particularly for those working outdoors or near waterways. Officials urge residents to avoid flooded intersections and delay non-essential travel when storms are most active.

Air travelers should prepare for possible flight delays at Tampa International Airport, especially during afternoon thunderstorms. Frequent lightning strikes near the runways often halt ground operations, extending wait times for departures and arrivals.

Conditions remain stormy into Wednesday, with an 80% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Thursday brings scattered activity, before drier air filters in late week. Heat will remain a factor, with “feels like” temperatures climbing into the upper 90s between storms.

More storms could return by the weekend, though coverage appears lighter. Emergency managers recommend keeping devices charged and travel plans flexible as daily storm chances continue.

Five Day Forecast for Tampa, Florida

  • Tuesday: Showers and storms, high near 87.
  • Wednesday: Storms likely, high near 88.
  • Thursday: Scattered storms, high near 88.
  • Friday: Isolated storms, high near 89.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny, slight storm chance, high near 91.

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