Rainy Week in the Forecast

Tampa Bay area residents are being warned to keep their umbrellas handy as the workweek forecast calls for storm chances almost daily.

According to the National Weather Service, Monday will bring mostly cloudy conditions and a high around 76. The overnight low will drop to about 60 in the region as storms begin to become a part of the picture.

Monday’s high is anticipated to be the warmest of the week as storms and cloudy conditions keep things cool.

Those storm chances move into the forecast starting Tuesday with a 20 percent chance of rain possible during the daytime hours and a 30 percent chance overnight. Wednesday starts off with a 20 percent chance of rain, but the likelihood increases in the overnight hours to about 60 percent. Thursday and Friday are also likely to bring wet conditions with high temperatures only in the mid-60 anticipated during the daytime hours.

Wednesday night and Thursday could bring a few thunderstorms into the area, as well. Forecasters, however, say the threat of severe storms is limited at this time. Even so lightning and locally heavy rains are both possible.

As storm chances rise, the weather service is warning small craft operators of the potential for strong winds on Bay area waters.

For a complete look at Tampa Bay Area weather, visit the National Weather Service online.

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