Tampa, FL – A heat advisory is in effect for Tampa and surrounding areas from noon until 6 PM today. Residents can expect heat indices ranging from 108 to 112 degrees. Meteorologists urge the public to exercise caution and limit outdoor exposure, ensuring to stay well-hydrated during this period of extreme heat.
According to the US National Weather Service in Tampa Bay, a disturbance near Puerto Rico is moving west, with a 60% chance of developing into a tropical system this weekend or early next week. Conditions are favorable for this development near the southeastern Gulf of Mexico, the Florida peninsula, and the Bahamas. Regardless of development, higher rain chances are expected locally this weekend and into early next week, which may offer some relief from the intense heat.
Today’s forecast also includes the potential for afternoon and evening showers and storms, which could provide temporary relief from the oppressive heat. High temperatures across the state will range from the mid-90s to low 100s, with areas like Brooksville, Lakeland, and Fort Myers expected to experience the highest heat indices.
Looking ahead, the seven-day forecast for Tampa indicates continued high temperatures, with daily highs reaching the low to mid-90s. Rain chances remain elevated, with a likelihood of afternoon thunderstorms each day. By the weekend, the tropical disturbance could bring increased rainfall, potentially easing the extreme heat but also posing flooding risks.
