Tampa–St. Petersburg is looking at mostly sunny skies today with a high near 85°F and northeast winds around 13 mph—basically a textbook spring day on the Gulf Coast.
This is genuinely one of those rare April windows where you can plan outdoor activities with confidence. The National Weather Service isn’t calling for any rain, and humidity levels are reasonable for late April. If you’ve been itching to get out of the house, today’s your day.
What to Do Today
Golfers, dust off your clubs. Conditions at Bardmoor Golf Club, Westshore Country Club, and courses across Pinellas County are ideal—low rain chance, steady winds that won’t mess with your swing too badly. The 85-degree high is warm enough to be comfortable without being oppressive.
If you’re heading to Tropicana Field for the Rays-Reds matchup this afternoon, you’re in luck. Indoor baseball means the weather won’t affect the game, but if you’re tailgating beforehand in the parking lot, bring sunscreen and a hat. The northeast breeze will keep things from feeling too stuffy.
Beach days? Clearwater Beach and St. Pete Beach will be lovely, though that northeast wind means the water might be a bit choppier than usual. Still, the sun will be strong, so reef-safe sunscreen is essential.
This is also premium grilling weather. If you’ve been meaning to fire up the grill, today’s the day. Burgers, steaks, or grilled chicken with corn on the cob will taste incredible. A propane gas grill or outdoor pizza oven is a solid investment for days like this. Pair it with a patio furniture set and outdoor string lights, and you’ve got the setup for memorable evenings through the summer.
Tonight & Tomorrow
Temperatures will drop to around 61°F tonight with partly cloudy skies—comfortable sleeping weather if you like to keep windows open. Tuesday stays sunny with another high near 85°F and lighter winds (6–13 mph). That’s two straight days of excellent conditions.
Allergy Note
Spring pollen counts are moderate to high right now. If you’re sensitive, take your allergy medication before heading outside, especially if you’re spending extended time at parks or natural areas around the Tampa Bay area.
Perfect Dinner Idea
With this grilling weather, fire up a simple dinner: herb-marinated chicken breasts, grilled zucchini, and fresh corn on the cob. Pair it with a cold beverage and you’ve got summer dining in April. Don’t forget a picnic basket set for 4 if you want to take dinner to one of the parks—Lettuce Lake Regional Park or Fort De Soto Park are stunning this time of year. Did you know you can order groceries on Amazon? Get everything you need for tonight’s dinner delivered straight to your door.
Looking Ahead
Wednesday stays mostly sunny and warm (high 84°F), making it three straight gorgeous days. Enjoy this stretch—by late May, the afternoon thunderstorm pattern kicks in like clockwork, and we’ll be back to typical Florida weather.
