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Tampa in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Tampa in April will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Tampa, based on historical data.
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April

Weather in Tampa in April 2025

Good Weather
Warm
☁️
Cloudy
🌊
Comfortable water
Planning a trip to Tampa in April? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +82°F and approximately 9 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 9 rainy days and 75 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+82°F
Avg. max. temperature
+43°F
Min.
+97°F
Max.
75 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Tampa has good weather in April.

Average temperature in Tampa in April

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Tampa for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +91°F during the day to a minimum of +59°F during the night, the temperature in April averages around +86°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 22% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +84°F to +77°F.

Is Tampa warm or cold in April?

Tampa is typically warm in April.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +77°F to +82°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +59°F to +64°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Tampa:

Water temperature in Tampa in April

Water in Tampa in April is Comfortable. It varies from +68°F to +78°F, with an average of +73°F. The air temperature averaging +82°F is higher than the water temperature.

In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Tampa are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +87°F. The coldest water temperatures are in January, with an average of +64°F.

Can you swim in Tampa in April?

The water in Tampa in April is pretty comfortable (+73°F in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.

Climate in Tampa in April

Tampa weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+77°F+82°F+88°F
Min. temperature
+30°F+43°F+54°F
Max. temperature
+91°F+97°F+99°F
Rainfall
86 mm75 mm96 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+67°F+73°F+78°F
Humidity
70%69%68%
Air pressure
1017 HPa1016 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
998
Cloudy days
12109
Rainy days
9910
Snowy days
000

April weather is still as good as in March. It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +77°F to +82°F during the day. As April arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 86 mm to 75 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 70% to 69%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 3 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 9 sunny days during the month.

May brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Tampa in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 9 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Tampa is gradually increasing during April, going from 5 m/s to 9 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Tampa based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 47% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 58 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 10 mm, which is considered light rain. April is a pretty wet month with over 14 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Tampa wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 35% chance of precipitation and 275 mm of rainfall per day. November, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 30% chance of precipitation and 56 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last April in Tampa?

This is the weather in Tampa in April 2023:
1 April
☁️
+84°F
2 April
☁️
+85°F
3 April
☁️
+87°F
4 April
☁️
+90°F
5 April
☀️
+90°F
6 April
☁️
+91°F
7 April
☁️
+89°F
8 April
☁️
+86°F
9 April
☁️
+79°F
10 April
☁️
+83°F
11 April
☁️
+82°F
12 April
🌧️
+77°F
13 April
☁️
+85°F
14 April
🌧️
+85°F
15 April
🌫️
+88°F
16 April
☁️
+88°F
17 April
🌧️
+80°F
18 April
☀️
+84°F
19 April
☁️
+86°F
20 April
☁️
+87°F
21 April
☁️
+86°F
22 April
☁️
+84°F
23 April
☁️
+89°F
24 April
☁️
+84°F
25 April
☁️
+85°F
26 April
☁️
+88°F
27 April
☁️
+88°F
28 April
🌧️
+89°F
29 April
🌧️
+81°F
30 April
🌫️
+78°F
In April 2023 Tampa had 2 sunny days, 21 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +86°F, with an absolute maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +77°F. The average humidity was 73%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 21%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Tampa climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Tampa in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+79°F) and the highest in 2015 (+85°F). The driest year was 2000 with only 1021 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2015 with 2266 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Tampa in April:

Is April a good time to visit Tampa?

April is a really good time to go to Tampa. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Tampa.

Can you sunbathe in Tampa in April?

April is warm in Tampa. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Tampa in April?

Yes, the water temperature in Tampa in April is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +73°F.

Is Tampa rainy in April?

Tampa is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Tampa in April?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Tampa in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Tampa

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Tampa, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.