Tampa weather in October
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers. Average highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C, with around 8 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Tampa. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
28°C
Average low
21°C
Rainy days
8 days
Best months to visit
February, March, April, October, November, December
What to do in Tampa in October
Whatever the weather, Tampa rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Explore Ybor City's historic cigar factories and street murals
Visit the Florida Aquarium and observe manatees
Catch a show at the Straz Center for Performing Arts
Kayak through Hillsborough Bay mangrove channels
Tour the Salvador Dalí Museum in nearby St. Petersburg
Zip-line through Busch Gardens' African landscape
What to pack for October
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
20C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
February
23C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
March
25C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
April
28C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
May
30C
Hot and humid, with some rainy days.
June
31C
Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.
July
31C
Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.
August
31C
Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.
September
30C
Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.
Recommended
October (you are here)
28C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
November
25C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
December
23C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
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