Tampa, Florida – A sharp breeze cuts across damp pavement as clouds thin and colder air moves in fast. What feels mild now will not last long, and the temperature drop comes quickly after sunset.
A Cold Weather Advisory is in effect across west-central Florida, including the Tampa Bay area, as colder air pours in overnight. Temperatures slide into the upper 30s by daybreak Tuesday, while steady north winds drive wind chills down to around 26 degrees in some spots. The chill will feel especially harsh near the water and across open areas.
According to the National Weather Service in Tampa Bay, the advisory runs from midnight through Tuesday morning. Prolonged exposure to the cold could lead to hypothermia, especially for those without adequate layers. Officials urge residents to check on elderly neighbors, secure pets indoors, and protect sensitive plants.
Monday’s lingering showers clear early, then skies turn mostly clear as winds strengthen. The clearing allows temperatures to fall faster than usual. Commuters Tuesday morning will notice the cold immediately, especially on bridges and elevated roadways where winds remain brisk.
Sunshine dominates Tuesday afternoon, but it does little to warm things up. Highs struggle to reach the upper 50s. Another cool night follows, with lows dipping back into the upper 30s Wednesday morning. Conditions slowly moderate later in the week, though mornings stay crisp.
Looking ahead, the broader pattern favors drier weather across Florida into early February. The 6–10 day outlook suggests warmer-than-normal air returns later, but this brief winter stretch stands out.
Now is the time to act. Bring plants inside, dress in layers, and limit time outdoors overnight. How cold did it feel where you stepped outside this morning?
Five-Day Outlook for Tampa, FL
• Today: Early showers, clearing, high near 68°F
• Tuesday: Sunny and chilly, high near 57°F
• Wednesday: Sunny, cool, high near 59°F
• Thursday: Sunny, moderating, high near 61°F
• Friday: Mostly sunny, warmer, high near 62°F
