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NewsABC Action News (WFTS) — WeatherAugust 18, 2026Hillsborough

National Weather Service issues heat advisory for Tampa Bay area

A heat advisory is in effect from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. today as heat index values are expected to reach 112 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents are advised to take precautions against extreme heat, with only a 20% chance of isolated rain showers expected north of I-4.

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Why It Matters

Residents face an increased risk of heat-related illness due to extreme temperatures reaching the mid-to-upper 90s with a of 112 degrees.

Key Facts

  • A heat advisory is active from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. today.
  • The heat index is expected to reach 112 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • High temperatures will reach the mid-to-upper 90s.
  • There is a 20% chance of rain north of I-4 this afternoon.
  • Rain chances are expected to increase starting Wednesday.
  • Thursday through the weekend will feature typical August weather with scattered afternoon showers.

Who's Mentioned

other112“Peak heat index temperature in degrees Fahrenheit”locationTampa Bay“Area covered by the weather advisory”other28“Reference to Tampa Bay 28 Weather”locationI-4“Geographic reference for rain probability”locationI-75“Geographic reference for expected rain location”