Tampa Weather Forecast: Friday Highs Near 90, Scattered Storms South

Friday Morning Weather in Tampa

• ☁️ Variable clouds are expected throughout the day, with a northeasterly wind contributing to the heat.
• 🌡️ Temperatures are back in the lower 90s, a slight increase from the 80s earlier in the week.
• ⛈️ A persistent front over South Florida is causing light rain shower activity in areas like Hardee County and inland Manatee, Sarasota, Charlotte, and Lee Counties.

Morning Temperatures and Humidity

• 💧 Dew points are in the 60s northward, indicating a slight influx of drier air for some regions.
• 📉 Morning temperatures were mild, with readings in the 70s in many areas, though some northern locations like Crystal River were still in the 70s.
• ☀️ Central Florida and areas north may feel a bit of the drier air, but most other regions will likely not experience significant relief.

Afternoon Forecast and Weekend Outlook

• 📈 High temperatures are expected to reach close to 90 degrees this afternoon.
• 🌧️ Rain chances are primarily south of Tampa and in inland counties, with chances dwindling to 30% today and 10-20% tomorrow.
• 🌊 Coastal waters will experience a moderate chop today, tomorrow, and Sunday, so caution is advised for boating activities.