Tampa, FL – Florida’s spring sunshine is in full force this week as Tampa braces for soaring daytime temperatures and clear skies through Easter Sunday and beyond. Highs will peak near 91°F by Saturday and Sunday, intensifying the heat along the I-275 corridor and across Hillsborough County.
According to the National Weather Service, Thursday’s forecast calls for sunny skies and a high near 88°F, with light east-northeast winds around 6 mph. By Friday, conditions heat up further, with a high of 90°F and gentle east winds reaching 8 mph. This pattern of warming continues into the weekend.
Easter Sunday will be mostly sunny with a high near 91°F. Residents attending outdoor services or events should stay hydrated, wear sunscreen, and take shade breaks when possible. Morning hours will be most comfortable, with a low around 70°F.
While no severe weather is expected, the prolonged sun exposure and above-average temperatures pose heat-related risks for outdoor workers and vulnerable populations. The normal April high in Tampa is around 82°F, making this weekend’s readings nearly 10 degrees warmer.
Five-Day Tampa Weather Outlook:
- Thursday: Sunny, high 88°F, light northeast wind
- Friday: Sunny, high 90°F, east wind at 8 mph
- Saturday: Sunny, high 91°F, light southeast breeze
- Sunday (Easter): Mostly sunny, high 91°F, morning low 70°F
- Monday: Partly sunny, high 90°F, low near 71°F
