Tampa, Fla. – Afternoon thunderstorms will keep Tampa Bay unsettled through the weekend, bringing steamy conditions and the risk of downpours during peak travel hours. Temperatures are expected to hold near 90 degrees, with humidity making it feel even hotter.
According to the National Weather Service in Tampa Bay, scattered storms may develop Friday afternoon, continuing into the evening before clearing overnight. Saturday and Sunday bring a similar pattern, with partly sunny mornings giving way to isolated thunderstorms after 2 p.m. Winds from the northeast will remain steady at 7 to 10 mph.
Localized flooding on roadways and delays around Tampa International Airport could occur during heavier showers. Pinellas and Hillsborough counties should also prepare for slick evening commutes and sudden visibility drops. The storms will be scattered, meaning not all areas will see rain, but downpours could be intense where they develop.
Residents are advised to avoid outdoor activity during lightning threats and stay hydrated in the humid heat. Storm chances taper off slightly by Monday night, but the pattern of afternoon showers and highs near 90° is expected to continue into midweek.
Five Day Forecast for Tampa, Fla.:
- Friday: Scattered thunderstorms, high 88°, low 72°
- Saturday: Scattered afternoon storms, high 90°, low 71°
- Sunday: Isolated storms after 2 p.m., high 89°, low 70°
- Monday: Afternoon storms possible, high 90°, low 72°
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, isolated storms, high 90°
