The most detailed information about the water temperature in Tampa Bay in Gulf of Mexico (Florida, United States). Forecast of changes in water temperature for the next 10 days. Statistics by months for recent years. Information about the neighboring resorts. Weather forecast in Tampa Bay for a week.
Water temperature in Tampa Bay right now
data updated 6 minutes ago70°F
yesterday: 70°F
a week ago: 73°F
Trend: slow drop
Today water temperature in Tampa Bay is 70.7°F. This water is cool and invigorating, but for many people it is already comfortable enough for swimming. In general, this temperature is considered normal, but if your circulation is impaired, the water may still feel cool. In any case, the general weather is also important. So, the air temperature at the same time will reach 68°F.
Analysis and forecast
The water temperature today roughly corresponds to the average value on this day in recent years. Its value has rise over the last week, but has drop compared to 20 days ago. Exactly a year ago, on this day, the water temperature in this location was 71°F. Water temperature range in Tampa Bay In December is from 59 to 75 degrees.
According to our forecast, in the coming days, the water temperature value in Tampa Bay will slightly drop and in 10 days it will be 69°F.
Table of water temperature values in Tampa Bay
| Day | Fact* | Average** | Forecast*** |
| Nov 24 | 23.9°C | 22.3°C | |
| Nov 25 | 23.4°C | 21.5°C | |
| Nov 26 | 22.2°C | 21.5°C | |
| Nov 27 | 22.1°C | 21.8°C | |
| Nov 28 | 21.7°C | 21.5°C | |
| Nov 29 | 21.9°C | 21.8°C | |
| Nov 30 | 21.5°C | 21.3°C | |
| Dec 1 | 21.5°C | 21.3°C | |
| Dec 2 | 21.0°C | 21.2°C | |
| Dec 3 | 21.3°C | 21.5°C | |
| Dec 4 | 20.3°C | 20.5°C | |
| Dec 5 | 20.8°C | 21.0°C | |
| Dec 6 | 20.8°C | 21.0°C | |
| Dec 7 | 20.8°C | 21.0°C | |
| Dec 8 | 21.0°C | 21.2°C |
** Average - Average water temperature on this day in past years
*** Forecast - Our forecast for the water temperature
Actual nearshore temperatures may vary by several degrees from the indicated values. This is noticeable after heavy rain or after prolonged periods of strong winds. Some downstream winds cause cold, deep waters to replace surface waters that have been warmed by the sun.
To develop a forecast, we use our own mathematical model, which takes into account the current change in water temperature, historical data and the main weather trends, wind strength and direction, air temperature in each specific region. We also take into account data for other resorts in United States.
Annual graph of average water temperature change in Tampa Bay
Water temperature in Tampa Bay by month
Tampa Bay located in the northern hemisphere, at latitude 27 degrees. The comfortable water temperature for swimming is set here in February, usually in the middle of the month. During a year in Tampa Bay there are 285 days of swimming. In general, the swimming season ends In December. Average annual water temperature on the coast in Tampa Bay is 76°F, by the seasons: in winter 65°F, in spring 75°F, in summer 85°F, in autumn 79°F. Minimum water temperature (59°F) in Tampa Bay it happens in January, maximum (88°F) in June.
You can find out detailed data on how the water temperature in Tampa Bay changes in each specific month:
Tampa Bay: general information and map
Neighboring cities and resorts
| City | Water* | Distance** |
| Saint Petersburg | 69°C | 6km |
| Ruskin | 70°C | 11km |
| Gulfport | 70°C | 13km |
| Gandy | 70°C | 14km |
| South Pasadena | 69°C | 15km |
| Tierra Verde | 70°C | 15km |
| Apollo Beach | 70°C | 15km |
| Saint Pete Beach | 70°C | 16km |
| Treasure Island | 70°C | 18km |
| Feather Sound | 69°C | 19km |
| Madeira Beach | 70°C | 22km |
| Gibsonton | 70°C | 23km |
** Straight line distance in kilometers
The warmest water today in United States recorded in Hypoluxo, its value is 81°F. Lowest - in Kotzebue, there water temperature now 29°F. Average water temperature in the country today - 57°F.
Water temperature data in Tampa Bay and neighboring towns and resorts collected from various sources, using buoys, using satellite maps of sea, river and lake surfaces of the NOAA agency.
We use data from various local authorities in each specific location of the world to more accurately reflect temperature values.
The nearest airport is located in a 12 kilometers. This is Mac Dill Air Force Base (MCF) airport. We have no information as to whether it is valid and what flights it receives or sends.
Tampa Bay: weather forecast
The weather forecast is shown in local time in Tampa Bay
15km/hhumidity: 70%, clouds: 100%
17km/hhumidity: 73%, clouds: 99%
16km/hhumidity: 78%, clouds: 75%
15km/hhumidity: 78%, clouds: 4%
8km/hhumidity: 69%, clouds: 10%
10km/hhumidity: 72%, clouds: 100%
6km/hhumidity: 78%, clouds: 100%
8km/hhumidity: 77%, clouds: 100%
13km/hhumidity: 84%, clouds: 100%
14km/hhumidity: 91%, clouds: 100%
16km/hhumidity: 95%, clouds: 100%
22km/hhumidity: 90%, clouds: 95%
23km/hhumidity: 88%, clouds: 98%
23km/hhumidity: 90%, clouds: 100%
19km/hhumidity: 93%, clouds: 100%
16km/hhumidity: 94%, clouds: 100%
15km/hhumidity: 95%, clouds: 100%
13km/hhumidity: 96%, clouds: 100%
13km/hhumidity: 95%, clouds: 100%
14km/hhumidity: 91%, clouds: 99%
15km/hhumidity: 88%, clouds: 97%
12km/hhumidity: 88%, clouds: 66%
10km/hhumidity: 89%, clouds: 83%
11km/hhumidity: 90%, clouds: 98%
7km/hhumidity: 90%, clouds: 97%
5km/hhumidity: 88%, clouds: 84%
8km/hhumidity: 85%, clouds: 71%
13km/hhumidity: 80%, clouds: 100%
22km/hhumidity: 49%, clouds: 100%
20km/hhumidity: 47%, clouds: 100%
20km/hhumidity: 60%, clouds: 100%
21km/hhumidity: 61%, clouds: 100%
21km/hhumidity: 49%, clouds: 100%
21km/hhumidity: 50%, clouds: 93%
19km/hhumidity: 53%, clouds: 89%
17km/hhumidity: 55%, clouds: 87%
