Tampa (33602) Daily Weather Forecast

Early Spring Unlikely In FL While El Niño Falls Apart: Forecast

The Weather Channel has issued forecast predictions for the first three months of meteorological spring in FL, set to begin on March 1.

February Temperature Outlook In FL Looks Nothing Like 1899 Record

See the chances for precipitation in February in Florida, and what the temperatures are forecast to be.

Temperatures Plunge In Tampa Bay Area After Record Highs: NWS

Some parts of Florida will see temperatures drop into the 30s Tuesday; some cities hit record highs in the 80s Saturday, forecasters said.

How To See Full Wolf Moon In FL, And Why Its Namesake Howls

Florida weather could leave you howling with joy at the moonrise, or disappointed that clouds chose that minute to blot out the horizon.

Frigid Temps Expected Across Central FL, NWS Says

A cold front brings temperatures in the 20s and 30s to FL this weekend, forecasters said. Temps will start to warm up next week.

FL Freeze Warning: Temps Will Plunge Overnight, Forecasters Say

Northwest FL could see icy weather overnight Tuesday, while the Tampa Bay area will see wind chills in the 20s, forecasters said.

Cold Front, Temperature Drop To Follow Strong FL Storms: Forecasters

Strong thunderstorms across Florida Friday night will usher in cold front and temperature drop, the National Weather Service said.

Second Tornado Confirmed In Tampa Bay Area: National Weather Service

Tornadoes touched down in Odessa and St. Petersburg during Tuesday’s severe thunderstorms, the National Weather Service said.

FL Weather: More Severe Storms Moving In With Damaging Winds A Risk

Another storm system and cold front will move over Florida Friday into Saturday, sparking severe storms, the National Weather Service said.

FL State Guard Activated Ahead Of Strong Storm System: Gov. DeSantis

Gov. Ron DeSantis activated the Florida State Guard ahead of Tuesday’s storms, which are expected to bring flooding, tornadoes to the state.

FL Storms: Heavy Rainfall, Localized Flooding Forecast For Tampa Bay

Forecasters told Patch the rainfall is expected to start Wednesday night and last through early next week.

Quadrantid Meteors: FL Weather For 2024’s 1st Shooting Star Show

With their high rates and potential for bright fireballs, the Quadrantids are worth getting outside to see. Will FL weather cooperate?

Streets Flood Across Tampa Bay Area After Heavy Rain

Heavy wind and rain pummeled Tampa Bay overnight, while Orlando saw record rainfall.

Geminid Meteors, Best Shooting Stars Of 2023, Peak This Week Over FL

The best meteor shower of the year, the Geminids, should fire off 120 shooting stars an hour at its peak Wednesday night and early Thursday.

2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season Ends With 4th Most Named Storms In Year

The 2023 Atlantic hurricane season was just two names shy of using all the hurricane names chosen as FL residents can relax and recover.

Cold-Weather Shelters To Open In Hillsborough County At 6 p.m.

The National Weather Service is predicting temperatures to fall to or below 40 degrees Tuesday night.

FL Braces For Coldest Temps Of Season, Freeze Possible Along I-10

A cold blast is moving into Florida, knocking temperatures down at least 20 degrees below normal. Northern FL could see a freeze overnight.

Cold Weather Shelters To Open Tuesday Night In Hillsborough County

Cold weather shelters will open Tuesday night, Nov. 28, for the homeless and those whose homes lack adequate heat in Hillsborough County.

3 More Locations For Hurricane Idalia Impacts To Open In Hillsborough

One mobile site and two temporary town hall sites will open this week in Hillsborough County to help with Hurricane Idalia claims.

FEMA Assistance Available In Hillsborough For Idalia-Impacted Homes

The Florida Division of Emergency Management announced that FEMA has approved Individual Assistance for Hillsborough County.

Draconid Meteors, Ring Of Fire Eclipse: FL October Skygazing Guide

October skies over Florida will showcase the peak of the Draconids meteor shower, then a partial solar eclipse, all within the next week.

$1.6 Million Available To Businesses Impacted by Hurricane Idalia

Gov. Ron DeSantis announced there is $1.6 Million available through the Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program.

'Homebrew' Storm Could Develop Along Florida's East Coast This Week

While forecasters said there's not much of a chance of a hurricane impacting Florida, storms could bring heavy rains and severe flooding.

Hurricane Lee Remains Category 3: See Potential Impacts For FL

South of Bermuda, Lee is packing near 115 mph maximum sustained Category 3 winds that extend out 80 miles from the eye. Will it impact FL?

Hurricane Lee Could Make Landfall In New England At End Of Week

Hurricane Lee is now a dangerous Category 3 hurricane with 120 mph winds that may make landfall in New England on Friday.

Hurricane Lee Drops To Category 3, FL Impact Monitored

Hurricane Lee is a powerful Category 3 with 115 mph winds. Whether it makes landfall in the U.S. is uncertain, but it will be a major storm.

Hurricane Lee Swells To Category 4 Storm, Still Intensifying: NHC

Rapidly strengthening Hurricane Lee was a category 4 Thursday. A possible turn north would mean it the U.S. escapes landfall, said the NHC.

Hurricane Lee Likely To Be 'Extremely Dangerous Major' Storm: NHC

National Hurricane Center forecasters said Lee is a category 1 hurricane and is likely to become a deadly category 4 storm by Saturday.

Hillsborough Sheriff's Deputies Rescue Residents As River Floods Homes

"In 32 years, I've never seen it this bad. I feel horrible," said Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister.

Danger Isn't Over From Hurricane Idalia, Says National Weather Service

With the abnormally high King Tide taking place this afternoon, some areas could get an addition 6 to 9 feet of storm surge.

Rare 'St. Elmo's Fire' Phenomenon Captured During Hurricane Idalia

Video from MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa shows the lightning-like weather phenomenon illuminating the night sky Tuesday.

Widespread Flooding Inundates Downtown Tampa, Bayshore Due To Idalia

Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw is warning residents to stay off the roads due to flooding and downed power lines.

TS Idalia: Tampa Bay Flooding, 2 Deaths, Publix Status, Bridges Open

Idalia reached category 4 hurricane strength Wednesday before making landfall as a category 3 storm in the Big Bend area; 2 deaths reported.

2 Hurricanes, Depression Create Colorful Kaleidoscope From Space

The National Hurricane Center is monitoring Hurricanes Idalia and Franklin as well as Tropical Depression 11 forecast to become a hurricane.

Hurricane Idalia: Should You Stay Put Or Go? Answer Could Save A Life

A study by the CDC shows that the majority of residents prefer to ignore evacuation orders. Will Floridians evacuate ahead of Idalia?

Hurricane Idalia: Taking Care Of Business Can Speed Up Reopenings

State agencies are urging business owners and managers to have a plan in place to protect their businesses and their employees.

Hurricane Idalia: Army Of First Responders Stands By To Help Residents

Gov. Ron DeSantis said an army of responders including utility crews, the National Guard, highway patrol and more are ready to help.

Hurricane Idalia Expected To Be Category 4 By Landfall Wednesday A.M.

Hurricane Idalia should be an "extremely dangerous" category 4 hurricane by landfall Wednesday morning with winds topping 130 mph, NHC said.

Don't Discount 'Wobble' Factor As Idalia Approaches, Says Governor

Gov. Ron DeSantis has 5,500 National Guard members and seven search-and-rescue teams on standby as Hurricane Idalia approaches Florida.

Mandatory Evacuations Ordered By Hillsborough County; Shelters To Open

Hillsborough County has opened evacuation shelters but Hillsborough County Administrator Bonnie Wise said they should be a last resort.