Tampa Weather Forecast: High Rain Chances Thursday, Storms Expected

Thursday's Rain and Storms

• 🌧️ Higher rain chances are expected on Thursday, with an 80% probability of showers and storms developing throughout the day.
• 📍 Heavy showers have already been observed near Sarasota, Gulf Gate Estates, and MadiRaa Beach, including areas like John's Pass and Treasure Island.
• ⚡ Very heavy rain has impacted the Palm Harbor area between Palm Harbor and Tarpon Springs this morning.
• 💨 A southwest wind is pulling in significant moisture, creating a perfect environment for continuous rain on and off.

Daily Weather Outlook

• ☁️ The day will feature a lot of clouds, with occasional peeks of sun.
• 🌡️ Temperatures will be in the low to mid-70s inland, and upper 70s to around 80 along the coast.
• ⚠️ Residents should be on the lookout for heavy rain, especially in affected areas.

Tropical Development Outlook

• 🌊 Any potential tropical development is expected in the western Atlantic, with the Gulf of Mexico area being clear.
• ⚠️ The Fox model indicates a possibility of development towards the end of the week in the western Atlantic, off the coast of South Carolina.
• 🚫 This development is not expected to impact the eastern Gulf area.

Weekend and Fourth of July Forecast

• 🎆 More heavy downpours are anticipated for the Fourth of July, with numerous showers and storms.
• 🌡️ The high for the Fourth of July is expected to be around 88 degrees.
• 🤞 Hopes are for showers to subside by fireworks time on the Fourth of July.
• 📊 The weekend forecast includes a 50% to 60% chance of rain with highs in the upper 80s.