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Tampa, FL Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Tampa, FL?
Tampa, FL gets 49.5 in of precipitation a year over about 108 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 91°F) and January the coldest (average low 52°F).
Humid subtropical climate
Tampa, FL has hot summers and warm winters. Daytime highs range from about 71°F in January to 91°F in August. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 75°F.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 54° | 73° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 64° | 82° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 76° | 90° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 68° | 84° |
How much rain does Tampa get?
Tampa gets 49.5 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 108 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 67% of the US.
August is the wettest month, with 9.0 in. November is the driest, with 1.4 in. July has the most rainy days, about 17.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 28 days, to May 9, 2025.
From September 2025 to August 2026 Tampa got 23.2 in of rain, against a normal of 49.5 in for those months. August 2026 had the most, with 7.2 in.
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Tampa weather by month
Tampa weather in January
In January, Tampa averages a high of 71°F and a low of 52°F. It gets 2.6 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 86°F (1991) and the record low is 21°F (1985). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Tampa weather in February
In February, Tampa averages a high of 73°F and a low of 55°F. It gets 2.6 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 89°F (2018) and the record low is 25°F (1996). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Tampa weather in March
In March, Tampa averages a high of 77°F and a low of 59°F. It gets 2.5 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 90°F (2026) and the record low is 29°F (1980). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Tampa weather in April
In April, Tampa averages a high of 82°F and a low of 64°F. It gets 2.5 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 96°F (2017) and the record low is 40°F (1987).
Tampa weather in May
In May, Tampa averages a high of 88°F and a low of 70°F. It gets 2.6 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 98°F (2017) and the record low is 49°F (1971).
Tampa weather in June
In June, Tampa averages a high of 90°F and a low of 75°F. It gets 7.4 in of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 99°F (1985) and the record low is 53°F (1984).
Tampa weather in July
In July, Tampa averages a high of 90°F and a low of 76°F. It gets 7.8 in of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 100°F (2025) and the record low is 63°F (1970).
Tampa weather in August
In August, Tampa averages a high of 91°F and a low of 76°F. It gets 9.0 in of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 29% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 98°F (2020) and the record low is 67°F (1973).
Tampa weather in September
In September, Tampa averages a high of 90°F and a low of 75°F. It gets 6.1 in of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 96°F (2020) and the record low is 57°F (1981).
Tampa weather in October
In October, Tampa averages a high of 85°F and a low of 69°F. It gets 2.3 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 95°F (2020) and the record low is 42°F (2008).
Tampa weather in November
In November, Tampa averages a high of 78°F and a low of 60°F. It gets 1.4 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 92°F (2015) and the record low is 23°F (1970). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Tampa weather in December
In December, Tampa averages a high of 73°F and a low of 56°F. It gets 2.6 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 86°F (1991) and the record low is 19°F (1983). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Tampa
May is the sunniest month in Tampa, with estimated sunshine of 59% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 27%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 46% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Tampa is cloudier than 55% of the US.
Humidity peaks in September at 79% and is lowest in March at 69%.
Wind averages 7 mph over the year, and March is the windiest month at 8 mph.
Tampa has about 95 days a year above 90°F. Tampa is hotter than 91% of the US.
Thunderstorms occur on about 79 days a year.
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Tampa weather records
These records cover TAMPA INTL AP during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Tampa station is 100°F, on July 27, 2025. The coldest is 19°F, on December 26, 1983.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 11.4 in of precipitation, on May 8, 1979.
36 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.7°F per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Tampa
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 75°F.
Winter (December–February) is warm, with average highs around 73°F and lows near 54°F.
Spring (March–May) is hot, with average highs around 82°F and lows near 64°F.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 90°F and lows near 76°F. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is hot, with average highs around 84°F and lows near 68°F.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Wind | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52° | 71° | 2.6 in | 7 | 7 mph | 73% | 46% | 86° | 21° |
| February | 55° | 73° | 2.6 in | 7 | 7 mph | 74% | 54% | 89° | 25° |
| March | 59° | 77° | 2.5 in | 6 | 8 mph | 69% | 53% | 90° | 29° |
| April | 64° | 82° | 2.5 in | 6 | 8 mph | 69% | 50% | 96° | 40° |
| May | 70° | 88° | 2.6 in | 6 | 7 mph | 69% | 59% | 98° | 49° |
| June | 75° | 90° | 7.4 in | 13 | 6 mph | 76% | 37% | 99° | 53° |
| July | 76° | 90° | 7.8 in | 17 | 6 mph | 78% | 27% | 100° | 63° |
| August | 76° | 91° | 9.0 in | 16 | 6 mph | 78% | 29% | 98° | 67° |
| September | 75° | 90° | 6.1 in | 13 | 6 mph | 79% | 36% | 96° | 57° |
| October | 69° | 85° | 2.3 in | 7 | 7 mph | 74% | 54% | 95° | 42° |
| November | 60° | 78° | 1.4 in | 5 | 7 mph | 75% | 52% | 92° | 23° |
| December | 56° | 73° | 2.6 in | 6 | 7 mph | 76% | 49% | 86° | 19° |
Station: TAMPA INTL AP, 8 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Tampa climate questions
How much rain does Tampa get?
Tampa gets 49.5 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 108 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Tampa?
August is the wettest month in Tampa, with 9.0 in. November is the driest, with 1.4 in.
How many rainy days does Tampa have a year?
Tampa has about 108 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 17.
What is the hottest month in Tampa?
August is the warmest month in Tampa, with an average high of 91°F.
What is the coldest month in Tampa?
January is the coldest month in Tampa, with an average low of 52°F.
What is the record high temperature in Tampa?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Tampa station is 100°F, set on July 27, 2025. The record low is 19°F, on December 26, 1983.
What is the sunniest month in Tampa?
May is the sunniest month in Tampa, with estimated sunshine of 59% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest.
What is the best time to visit Tampa?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 75°F.