SummerOff season ~90°F highs

Things to do in Tampa in August

August is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Tampa, with average highs around 90°F. Long days suit beaches, parks and evenings outdoors.

Plan a August weekend Where else in August

Best picks for August

What's famous here, weighted toward what shines in August.

1Long days outdoors

Hillsborough River State Park

state park of a state of the United States

2Long days outdoors

Cayo Costa State Park

state park on Cayo Costa Island in Florida

3Long days outdoors

Gwazi Field

Tampa in August: quick answers

Is August a good time to visit Tampa?

August is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Tampa, with average highs around 90°F. Long days suit beaches, parks and evenings outdoors.

What is the weather like in Tampa in August?

Average daytime highs are around 90°F, compared with 91°F in the warmest month. Check the forecast a week out; our planner favors indoor stops on rainy days.

What are the best things to do in Tampa in August?

Top picks for August: Hillsborough River State Park, Cayo Costa State Park, Gwazi Field, Honeymoon Island State Park, Little Manatee River State Park.