Weekend Weather: What to Expect

After last weekend’s torrential downpours, many Tampa Bay area residents are ready for a little fun in the sun.

The National Weather Service, however, says this particular weekend is likely to bring a mixed bag of conditions. While downpours of last week’s proportions are not likely in the cards, some storms are anticipated each day this weekend.

A rip current statement has also been issued for coastal areas, including Pinellas, Hillsborough, Manatee and Sarasota through Saturday at 8 p.m. due to an increasing west to southwest flow. The weather service cautions that rip current risks are high. Beachgoers are urged to heed lifeguard warnings.

Here’s a look at what the weather service says is in store for the Bay area over the next few days:

Friday

• High temperature – Upper 80s
• Low temperature – Upper 70s
• Rain chances – About a 30 percent chance in much of the region for scattered thunderstorms.

Saturday

• High temperature – Upper 80s
• Low temperature – Upper 70s
• Rain chances – Thunderstorms are likely in parts of the region during the daytime hours with a 60 percent chance forecast. The chances drop to about 30 percent overnight.

Sunday

• High temperature – About 90
• Low temperature – Upper 70s
• Rain chances – About a 40 percent chance during the day and evening hours.

Monday kicks off with a high around 88 anticipated and a 40 percent chance of storms during the daytime.

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