Tampa Bay Weather Forecast: Sunshine, Warmth, and a Cold Front Incoming

Saturday Morning Forecast

• ☀️ Sunshine is abundant across Tampa Bay, with temperatures starting in the mid-60s and quickly rising into the low 70s by 10 AM.
• 🌡️ Expect temperatures to reach the mid-80s by lunchtime, feeling more like spring than February.
• 💨 Winds will be calm this morning, shifting to a southwest breeze up to 10 mph.

Sunday Outlook: Showers and Cooler Air

• 🌧️ A line of showers is expected Sunday with 40-50% coverage, though not a major rain event.
• 💨 Breezes will pick up significantly, with gusts reaching the 30s throughout Sunday afternoon and evening.
• 🥶 A noticeable 20-degree drop in temperature is anticipated from Saturday night to Sunday night, bringing colder air.

Monday and Tuesday: Coldest Days

• ❄️ The coldest days are expected to be Monday and Tuesday, with morning lows in the 30s and 40s.
• 📉 Tampa will see a significant temperature drop, from around 64 degrees Sunday morning to approximately 44 degrees Monday morning.

Fog and Marine Conditions

• 🌫️ Sea fog is possible, particularly late tonight into tomorrow morning, with some areas of dense fog.
• 🌊 The marine forecast is excellent for Saturday with a light chop, but will turn very rough on Sunday with seas of 3 to 6 feet.

Inland vs. Coastal Temperatures

• 📈 Inland areas could see temperatures reaching the 90s on Saturday, while coastal areas will be in the upper 70s.
• 🌡️ Sunday's high temperatures will occur early in the day, with temperatures falling throughout the afternoon.