Tampa Bay Water Temperature
Tampa Bay has much to offer for tourists in need of a relaxing vacation. Phosphate shipping is one of the areas largest forms of export since it was discovered in the 1880’s.
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This export business is also supplemented with the shipping out of shrimp. Tampa has what is considered the seventh largest port in the nation. The Tampa Convention Center is another popular destination that offers meeting and conferencing features as well as access to the Riverwalk.
The coldest month is February with an average water temperature of 65.7°F / 18.7°C.
February is the driest at 0in / 0mm and August the wettest month with 4.8in / 122.7mm.
With an average air temperature of 81.9°F / 27.7°C, August is the warmest month in a year. January is the coldest with 60.3°F / 15.7°C average air temperature.
The Climate is described as mild temperate climate with hot summer. Best time to Visit would be in April, May, September, October, June, July, August.
Tampa Bay Summary
Description | Value |
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Current water temperature | / |
Warmest Month Water Temperature: | August with 86.4°F / 30.2°C |
Coldest Month Water Temperature: | February with 65.7°F / 18.7°C |
Warmest Month Air Temperature: | August with 81.9°F / 27.7°C |
Coldest Month Air Temperature: | January with 60.3°F / 15.7°C |
Wettest Month: | August with 4.8in / 122.7mm |
Driest Month: | February with 0in / 0mm |
Highest Humidity | August with 79% |
Lowest Humidity | May with 67% |
Best Time to Visit: | April, May, September, October, June, July, August |
Climate Classification | mild temperate climate with hot summer |
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Tampa Bay water temperature by month
gulf of mexico water temperature by month
Max. Water
Temperature (°F) |
ø. Water
Temperature (°F) |
Min. Water
Temperature (°F) |
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January |
68.9 | 66.6 | 65.1 |
February |
66.9 | 65.8 | 65.1 |
March |
70 | 68.2 | 66.7 |
April |
75 | 72.5 | 70 |
May |
80.6 | 77.9 | 75 |
June |
84.6 | 83.1 | 80.8 |
July |
86.2 | 85.5 | 84.4 |
August |
86.7 | 86.4 | 85.6 |
September |
86 | 85.1 | 83.8 |
October |
83.8 | 81.5 | 78.3 |
November |
78.1 | 75.4 | 72.5 |
December |
72.5 | 70.5 | 68.4 |
gulf of mexico water temperature by month
Max. Water
Temperature (°C) |
ø. Water
Temperature (°C) |
Min. Water
Temperature (°C) |
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January |
20.5 | 19.2 | 18.4 |
February |
19.4 | 18.8 | 18.4 |
March |
21.1 | 20.1 | 19.3 |
April |
23.9 | 22.5 | 21.1 |
May |
27 | 25.5 | 23.9 |
June |
29.2 | 28.4 | 27.1 |
July |
30.1 | 29.7 | 29.1 |
August |
30.4 | 30.2 | 29.8 |
September |
30 | 29.5 | 28.8 |
October |
28.8 | 27.5 | 25.7 |
November |
25.6 | 24.1 | 22.5 |
December |
22.5 | 21.4 | 20.2 |
The highest water temperature will be reached in August with around 86.4°F / 30.2°C. The lowest in February with an average water temperature of 65.7°F / 18.7°C.
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Tampa Bay weather by month / climate table
Max. Temperature °F | ø. Temperature °F | Min. Temperature (°F) |
Precip. (in) |
Rainy Days (d) |
Rel. Humidity (%) |
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January |
71.6 | 60.3 | 51.6 | 0.1 | 0 | 72.3% |
February |
73.6 | 62.8 | 52.2 | 0 | 0 | 73.6% |
March |
76.8 | 66.6 | 55.9 | 0 | 0 | 69.1% |
April |
82.4 | 72.1 | 63.3 | 0 | 0 | 67.8% |
May |
87.1 | 77.4 | 68 | 0.4 | 0 | 67% |
June |
87.4 | 80.8 | 73.9 | 3.5 | 10 | 75.2% |
July |
87.6 | 81.5 | 75.9 | 4.4 | 20 | 78.6% |
August |
88 | 81.9 | 77 | 4.8 | 22 | 79% |
September |
86.9 | 80.1 | 74.5 | 3.3 | 6 | 77.9% |
October |
84.7 | 75.7 | 66 | 0 | 0 | 71.3% |
November |
79.2 | 68.7 | 57.7 | 0 | 0 | 70.4% |
December |
73.9 | 64.2 | 56.3 | 0 | 0 | 73.8% |
Max. Temperature °C | ø. Temperature °C | Min. Temperature (°C) |
Precip. (mm) |
Rainy Days (d) |
Rel. Humidity (%) |
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January |
22 | 15.7 | 10.9 | 2.2 | 0 | 72.3% |
February |
23.1 | 17.1 | 11.2 | 0 | 0 | 73.6% |
March |
24.9 | 19.2 | 13.3 | 0 | 0 | 69.1% |
April |
28 | 22.3 | 17.4 | 0 | 0 | 67.8% |
May |
30.6 | 25.2 | 20 | 10.3 | 0 | 67% |
June |
30.8 | 27.1 | 23.3 | 90 | 10 | 75.2% |
July |
30.9 | 27.5 | 24.4 | 111.5 | 20 | 78.6% |
August |
31.1 | 27.7 | 25 | 122.7 | 22 | 79% |
September |
30.5 | 26.7 | 23.6 | 83.2 | 6 | 77.9% |
October |
29.3 | 24.3 | 18.9 | 0 | 0 | 71.3% |
November |
26.2 | 20.4 | 14.3 | 0 | 0 | 70.4% |
December |
23.3 | 17.9 | 13.5 | 0 | 0 | 73.8% |
Best time to Visit Tampa Bay
Tampa bay is a great location to visit all year round. This is mainly because temperatures remain at a steady 65 – 95 degrees most of the year. The climate here is considered sub tropical and humid in the summer time, and rainfall is at its highest between the months of June to September.
If you want to avoid the rainfall, then it is recommended that you visit outside these four months. The best way to get top this destination is to take a flight to Tampa International Airport as it will give you an opportunity to see the areas best attractions.
Activities & POI in Tampa Bay
Type of Activity | List |
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Beach | Bahama Beach, Bahia Beach, Spa Beach, Picnic Island Beach |
Marina for Sailing, Boat adventures, fishing | Harborage Marina, Snell Isle Marina, Little Harbor Marina |
Attraction | Utopiary Land, Thrill Hill |
Golf Course | Renaissance Vinoy Golf Resort, Mangrove Bay Municipal Golf Course, South Course |
Caravan Site | FAMCAMP |
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