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 41 minutes ago71°F
yesterday: 71°F
a week ago: 70°F
Trend: stability
Today water temperature in Tampa Bay is 71.4°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 73°F.
Analysis and forecast
The water temperature today is slightly higher than the average 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 69°F. Water temperature range in Tampa Bay In December is from 60 to 75 degrees.
According to our forecast, the water temperature in Tampa Bay will move in different directions, in the coming days the water will become warmer, but after 10 days it will still get a little colder to 69°F.
Table of water temperature values in Tampa Bay
| Day | Fact* | Average** | Forecast*** |
| Dec 2 | 21.1°C | 21.0°C | |
| Dec 3 | 22.0°C | 21.3°C | |
| Dec 4 | 21.0°C | 20.3°C | |
| Dec 5 | 22.0°C | 20.8°C | |
| Dec 6 | 21.8°C | 20.8°C | |
| Dec 7 | 22.2°C | 20.8°C | |
| Dec 8 | °C | 21.0°C | |
| Dec 9 | 21.9°C | 20.0°C | |
| Dec 10 | 20.3°C | 22.0°C | |
| Dec 11 | 20.3°C | 22.0°C | |
| Dec 12 | 20.3°C | 22.0°C | |
| Dec 13 | 20.5°C | 22.0°C | |
| Dec 14 | 20.0°C | 21.9°C | |
| Dec 15 | 20.0°C | 21.9°C | |
| Dec 16 | 20.0°C | 21.9°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 | 70°C | 6km |
| Ruskin | 70°C | 11km |
| Gulfport | 71°C | 13km |
| Gandy | 70°C | 14km |
| South Pasadena | 71°C | 15km |
| Tierra Verde | 70°C | 15km |
| Apollo Beach | 70°C | 15km |
| Saint Pete Beach | 70°C | 16km |
| Treasure Island | 71°C | 18km |
| Feather Sound | 71°C | 19km |
| Madeira Beach | 70°C | 22km |
| Gibsonton | 71°C | 23km |
** Straight line distance in kilometers
The warmest water today in United States recorded in Lake Worth, its value is 80°F. Lowest - in Kotzebue, there water temperature now 29°F. Average water temperature in the country today - 56°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
16km/hhumidity: 67%, clouds: 4%
14km/hhumidity: 70%, clouds: 62%
14km/hhumidity: 73%, clouds: 36%
9km/hhumidity: 73%, clouds: 0%
5km/hhumidity: 76%, clouds: 0%
6km/hhumidity: 72%, clouds: 0%
6km/hhumidity: 64%, clouds: 0%
15km/hhumidity: 64%, clouds: 0%
16km/hhumidity: 71%, clouds: 0%
12km/hhumidity: 73%, clouds: 0%
10km/hhumidity: 75%, clouds: 0%
12km/hhumidity: 76%, clouds: 0%
12km/hhumidity: 79%, clouds: 0%
10km/hhumidity: 71%, clouds: 0%
4km/hhumidity: 62%, clouds: 0%
11km/hhumidity: 63%, clouds: 0%
13km/hhumidity: 68%, clouds: 0%
12km/hhumidity: 70%, clouds: 0%
12km/hhumidity: 73%, clouds: 0%
9km/hhumidity: 74%, clouds: 0%
8km/hhumidity: 75%, clouds: 1%
6km/hhumidity: 69%, clouds: 39%
6km/hhumidity: 64%, clouds: 43%
12km/hhumidity: 64%, clouds: 56%
12km/hhumidity: 69%, clouds: 68%
6km/hhumidity: 69%, clouds: 92%
6km/hhumidity: 68%, clouds: 83%
11km/hhumidity: 71%, clouds: 66%
9km/hhumidity: 71%, clouds: 62%
7km/hhumidity: 65%, clouds: 92%
