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NewsABC Action News (WFTS) — WeatherAugust 31, 2026Hillsborough

Meteorologists forecast heavy evening rain and potential localized flooding for Hillsborough County

Heavy rain is expected to move in from the east after 4 pm, likely impacting the evening commute and causing localized flooding. This weather pattern is expected to persist through Thursday.

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Why It Matters

Residents should prepare for potential travel delays and localized flooding during the evening commute through Thursday.

Key Facts

  • Heavy rain is expected to move in from the east after 4 pm.
  • Localized flooding is anticipated, which may slow down travel.
  • The evening commute is likely to be impacted.
  • Temperatures will reach the low 90s with high humidity.
  • This weather pattern is expected to repeat on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
  • A low-pressure system in the northern Gulf may become a tropical depression or storm heading toward Houston.

Who's Mentioned

organizationTampa Bay 28 Weather“Source of the weather report.”locationHouston“Destination of a low-pressure system in the Gulf.”locationI-75“Geographic reference point for expected heavy rain.”