Best
Time to Go
Winter and spring are considered Tampa's high season.
During the summer, you'll be exposed to huge, showy
thunderstorms on many afternoons, and temperatures hover
around 90?F during the day but drop to the mid-70s at
night.
Average Weather
Summer is hot, humid and muggy. Winter is ideal in Tampa
- with temperatures hanging around 60 or 70. During
spring (March-May), temperatures go up and make way for
the summer heat. This is a nice time to visit.
Throughout July and August, temperatures hit 90 degrees
and the humidity is thick.
Transportation
When in Tampa do as the Tampa folks do - drive a car. A
car is the best and most convenient way to get around
Tampa. I-75 and U.S. 41 stretch the length of the
region. U.S. 41 links the business districts of many
communities, so it's best to avoid it and all bridges
during rush hours. U.S. 19 is St. Petersburg's major
north-south artery; traffic can be heavy, and there are
many lights, so use a different route when possible.
In-Season Costs
Tampa's high season is during the winter. Most hotel
prices escalate at this time of year, but tend to dip
back down during the late spring and summer.
Day Trips
Just a short ways away from Tampa is Bradenton and
Sarasota. Known for beautiful beaches, these cities are
worth the trip.
Orlando is about two hours east of Tampa. If you have
some extra time, you should head over to Mickey land -
especially if this is a family trip.
In Tampa for romance? Take a trip south to Siesta Key
- this place is known for its sunsets. Siesta Key is
about two hours from Tampa and is an easy drive.
