Tampa (FL) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Tampa is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 33°C (91°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 21°C (70°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 25°C (77°F) in August to 11°C (52°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Tampa has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1320 mm (52 in) of rainfall per year. Tampa can be quite wet during August, receiving approximately 249 mm (9.8 in) of precipitation over 24 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (December), you will experience much drier conditions, with 34 mm (1.3 in) of precipitation spread across 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Tampa Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Tampa can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 10.5 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 6.4 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Tampa.

The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 78%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 69%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year