Tampa

Tampa · United States · Tampa

A Cuban sandwich tradition the city insists it invented and defends accordingly, a riverwalk connecting museums and a historic cigar district in one continuous stroll, and beaches a short drive out consistently rated among the country's best.

The best time to visit Tampa is Nov–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 28°C (83°F). Local time there is 23:28 (UTC-4).

Best time to go

Nov–Apr

Budget on the ground

$$ · mid-range

Nearest airport

TPA · Tampa

Good for

sunshine and salt water an unhurried pace eating extremely well old stones and real towns

In season

January February March April November December

The year at a glance

Light0 to 24h High16 to 36°C61 to 97°F Rain0 to 280mm0 to 11.0in

January · high 69°F · rain 2.1in · 10.5h of daylight · in the recommended window

shaded columns are the recommended window

Tampa month by month, the same numbers the figure draws
Month	High °CHigh °F	Rain mmRain in	Light	Notes
January	21°C69°F	54mm2.1in	10.5h10.5h	in the recommended window
February	24°C75°F	52mm2.0in	11.2h11.2h	in the recommended window
March	26°C79°F	46mm1.8in	11.9h11.9h	in the recommended window
April	28°C82°F	100mm3.9in	12.8h12.8h	in the recommended window
May	31°C87°F	81mm3.2in	13.5h13.5h
June	31°C88°F	189mm7.4in	13.9h13.9h
July	31°C89°F	224mm8.8in	13.7h13.7h
August	32°C89°F	266mm10.5in	13.1h13.1h
September	30°C86°F	201mm7.9in	12.3h12.3h
October	29°C84°F	67mm2.6in	11.4h11.4h
November	25°C77°F	82mm3.2in	10.7h10.7h	in the recommended window
December	22°C72°F	89mm3.5in	10.4h10.4h	in the recommended window

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Language: English
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Common questions

When is the best time to visit Tampa?

The best time to visit Tampa is Nov–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 28°C (83°F).

How warm does Tampa get?

Typical daytime highs in Tampa are Mar–May 28°C (83°F), Jun–Aug 31°C (88°F), Sep–Nov 28°C (82°F), Dec–Feb 22°C (72°F).

Is Tampa expensive?

On the ground, Tampa is mid-range.

What sort of trip is Tampa good for?

Tampa is good for sunshine and salt water, an unhurried pace, eating extremely well, old stones and real towns.