Slightly Cooler Temperatures on the Way

Tampa Bay area residents hoping for a little relief from the constant barrage of 90-degree days that summertime brings might get their wish granted this week. The National Weather Service is forecasting slightly cooler weather as the week moves forward.

Don’t pull out those sweaters just yet though. The temperature drop isn’t huge and it’s not likely to hit until Tuesday or Wednesday.

Monday’s high is expected to reach the low 90s in much of the Bay with a low around 74. There’s about a 20 percent chance for isolated showers in the afternoon and evening hours.

Rain chances increase going into Tuesday and Wednesday, with the greatest chance on Wednesday set at 60 percent. Forecasters anticipate temperatures both days to fall in below that 90-degree mark. The high on Tuesday is expected to hit around 89 while Wednesday should settle in around 87.

The break doesn’t last for long. Highs are expected to climb into the 90s Thursday and Friday. Rain chances are in the 30 percent range both days. The lows throughout the week are forecast to drop into the lower to mid-70s.

For a complete look at local weather, visit the National Weather Service online.

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