TAMPA, Fla. – Friday travel across Tampa Bay could slow as afternoon thunderstorms develop, with rain expected to hit during peak drive times. Drivers on I-275 and I-4 should prepare for slick conditions and brief visibility drops after 2 p.m.
According to the National Weather Service, isolated showers and storms will form Friday afternoon, bringing brief downpours and gusty winds. Highs will reach near 90 degrees, with northeast winds holding steady around 8 mph. Rain chances taper off overnight, leaving partly cloudy skies and lows near 72.
Saturday brings a similar setup, with afternoon storms possible but more sunshine likely early in the day. Highs again climb near 90, with most of the activity expected after 2 p.m. Sunday may see fewer storms, though isolated showers could still linger over Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties.
By Monday, the pattern shifts toward drier conditions, with more sun and only a 20% chance of storms. Highs will stretch into the low 90s, keeping the late-summer heat in place. Residents should stay weather-aware, especially during the afternoon hours when storms are strongest.
The risk of flooding remains low, but downpours could create ponding on roadways. Commuters are urged to allow extra time Friday and Saturday afternoons.
Five Day Forecast for Tampa, Florida:
- Friday: Afternoon storms, high near 90, low 72.
- Saturday: Isolated storms after 2 p.m., high 90, low 71.
- Sunday: Few storms possible, high 90, low 72.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, slight storm chance, high 91, low 72.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 91.
