Tampa–St. Petersburg is looking at a gorgeous sunny day with highs near 92°F and just a light northeast breeze around 7 mph—practically perfect if you’re heading to the beach in Clearwater or catching an event at one of our local venues.
Today is your golden ticket for outdoor plans. The upper-level ridge of high pressure sitting over the Gulf will keep us bone-dry through Wednesday evening, so don’t worry about afternoon thunderstorms just yet (that’s not our typical May-September pattern today). If you’re thinking about heading to Raymond James Stadium for the BTS WORLD TOUR ‘ARIRANG’ IN TAMPA tonight, you’ll have clear skies and warm conditions—just bring plenty of water and a UV protection sun hat to stay comfortable in that heat. You can grab Get tickets on SeatGeek or Find tickets on StubHub if you haven’t already.
Similarly, the Florence + The Machine - Everybody Scream Tour at Benchmark International Arena tonight will be indoors and air-conditioned, so you’ll be comfortable there too. If you’re a fan, consider picking up a Florence + The Machine t-shirt to complete your concert look.
For outdoor enthusiasts, this is the day to golf, fish, or do yard work. The light winds and sunshine mean excellent visibility on the water around the Tampa Bay area, and your lawn will dry quickly if you need to mow. If you’re planning a tailgate or backyard cookout, conditions are ideal—consider firing up a portable propane grill for easy setup and cleanup.
Tonight, expect mostly clear skies with lows around 68°F—comfortable sleeping weather if you crack a window. Wednesday stays mostly sunny with highs near 89°F, so you’ve got a solid two-day stretch before things change.
The weekend outlook shifts dramatically. Starting late Saturday through Sunday night, moisture and rain chances will increase significantly as a stronger frontal system pushes into central Florida. The National Weather Service is forecasting scattered to numerous showers and storms across the region Saturday night and Sunday. This isn’t severe weather, but it’s a solid washout for outdoor plans, so plan your beach trips, golf outings, and picnics for today and Wednesday.
With temperatures climbing into the low 90s, staying hydrated is key. Too hot to cook? Try a refreshing cold Thai noodle salad or build-your-own wrap bar for lunch. Blend up a smoothie bowl this morning with a high-powered blender, and keep your drinks ice-cold all day with an insulated tumbler 30oz. Need ingredients? You can order groceries on Amazon and have everything delivered to your door.
Next few days: Wednesday stays sunny and warm (89°F). Thursday brings mostly sunny skies with just a slight chance of showers over the Nature Coast counties—still looking mostly dry for the Tampa Bay area. The rain arrives in earnest Saturday evening through Sunday night, so lock in your outdoor activities now while the weather is on your side.
