Florida – A warm breeze drifts across Tampa Bay this morning as temperatures hold near 65 degrees under mostly clear skies. The air feels soft and humid, more like late April than early March. By lunchtime, the sun will push readings quickly toward the mid-80s.
According to the National Weather Service in Tampa Bay, highs reach 85 degrees today with light east winds around 6 to 8 mph. Roads remain dry across I-275 and the Veterans Expressway, and visibility stays clear. Sunglasses and sunscreen will matter more than jackets.
The heat builds further midweek. Highs climb to 87 degrees Wednesday with a 30 percent chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms after 1 p.m. Brief downpours could dampen the drive home, but most of the day stays bright and warm.
Thursday keeps highs near 87 with another 40 percent chance of scattered afternoon storms. Friday peaks around 88 degrees under partly sunny skies, with isolated showers possible.
This steady warmth signals a broader spring pattern. Weekend highs hover in the upper 80s with only spotty rain chances. Early next week continues the warm spell, with temperatures staying well above normal.
Clocks spring ahead at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 8. Longer evenings arrive just as early spring heat settles across West Central Florida.
Five Day Outlook for Tampa, FL:
Today: Sunny, high 85.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, chance of storms, high 87.
Thursday: Mostly sunny, chance of storms, high 87.
Friday: Partly sunny, chance of showers, high 88.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 87.
