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NewsWFLA News TampaAugust 20, 2026Hillsborough County

National Weather Service issues heat advisory for Hillsborough County

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The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for the Tampa area as feels-like temperatures are expected to rise significantly throughout the morning. Residents should expect humid conditions and potential spotty downpours following overnight thunderstorms.

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Why It Matters

The indicates that residents face an increased risk of heat-related illness due to high humidity and elevated heat index values.

Key Facts

  • A heat advisory is in effect for the Tampa area on Thursday.
  • The advisory is triggered by high 'feels-like' temperatures.
  • Scattered, gusty thunderstorms occurred overnight.
  • Spotty downpours are possible in coastal counties during the late morning.
  • Temperatures are forecast to heat up quickly throughout the morning.

Who's Mentioned

OrganizationNational Weather Service“Issuing authority for the weather advisory”locationTampa“Primary location for weather forecast”locationHillsborough County“Jurisdiction covered by the advisory”locationI-4“Geographic reference for rain distribution”