Tampa Weather Forecast: Sunny, Less Humid Thursday with Dropping Humidity

Thursday Morning Weather Update

• ☀️ The morning in Tampa is starting with clear skies and a temperature of 69°F, with winds coming from the north.
• 💨 A cold front is pushing south, bringing a welcome change by reducing humidity.

Daytime Highs and Humidity Levels

• 🌡️ Daytime highs are expected to climb into the mid and upper 80s, reaching 88°F.
• 💧 Despite the warm temperatures, the drier air filtering down from the north will significantly lower dew points into the 50s and lower 60s, making it feel comfortable.

Evening and Overnight Conditions

• 🌙 Tonight will be pleasant with clear skies and a low temperature dropping to 68°F.
• 💨 Breezy conditions are expected to develop over the weekend as a high-pressure system moves north and low pressure moves south.

Tropical Storm Melissa

• ⚠️ Tropical Storm Melissa is located to the south with top winds of 50 mph, but is currently struggling to maintain its structure due to wind shear.
• 📈 If conditions become more favorable, Melissa has the potential to strengthen into a major hurricane with 130 mph winds, posing a dangerous situation for the Caribbean with torrential rain and strong winds.

Next Week's Outlook

• 🌦️ By the first part of next week, there is a small chance of showers returning as moisture begins to increase.