Active spring pattern across the center of our nation with several episodes of severe weather and heavy rainfall expected into next week. The potential for very large hail, long track tornadoes, severe wind gusts, frequent cloud to ground lightning strikes and flash flooding are in the outlook. Furthermore, dangerous early season heat wave continues for the Gulf Coast states into early next week. Read More >
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The images below are the official NWS minimum temperatures, wind chill forecasts, and durations of these values at or below different thresholds in degrees Fahrenheit for the next 7 days. This data is determined by NWS forecasters to be the most likely outcome based on evaluation of data from computer models, satellite, radar, and other observations. |
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Cold Weather Related Warning/Watch/Advisory Criteria |
The NWS Hazard Simplification (Haz Simp) project has led to changes to our cold weather related product suite beginning this season. These changes are designed to simplify the communication of information, improve understanding, and enhance the utility of forecasts and warnings. Detailed information about these changes can be found in the Service Change Notice and the Haz Simp Cold One-Pager. Cold Temperature related Warning and Watch statements will be issued by the National Weather Service in Tampa Bay when the following criteria is forecast:
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Wind Chill related Warning, Watch, and Advisory statements will be issued when wind speeds are forecast to be 10 mph or greater and the following criteria is forecast:
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Frost related Advisory statements will be issued when the following criteria is forecast:
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