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Tampa Bay's Heat Extends Summer by 28 Days
9/29/2025
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- Tampa Bay is experiencing extended heat, with highs of 89–91°F and heat index up to 101°F.
- Climate Central finds Florida’s summer heat lengthened by 1.5–2 weeks, with Tampa adding 28 extra days.
- Meteorologist Shel Winkley notes Tampa’s last 90-degree day shifted to late October, increasing health risks.
- The heat coincides with hurricane season, raising safety concerns during storms.
