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Things to Do in Hillsborough County

Top things to do in Hillsborough County: attractions, parks, viewpoints and day trips, with maps and live weather.

☁️ 82°F now🕔 2:18 PM local📅 Best: April and November👥 1.5 million

Things to do in Hillsborough County

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Hillsborough County.

Map of Hillsborough County

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Coordinates: 27°57′2.2″N 82°27′25.9″W (27.9506, -82.4572)

Weather in Hillsborough County right now

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82°F
Overcast · feels like 92°F
Humidity78%
Wind2 mph SSW
Gusts6 mph
UV index0 · Low
Cloud cover95%
Pressure1015 hPa
VisibilityGood · 11 mi
Air quality38 · Good
Sunrise7:03 AM
Sunset8:01 PM
Moon🌔 Waxing gibbous · 77%

Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:18 PM, Aug 23 local time.

⚠️Wed, Aug 26: extreme heat, 97°F (36°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Fri, Aug 28: extreme heat, 96°F (36°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Sat, Aug 29: extreme heat, 97°F (36°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Sun, Aug 30: extreme heat, 99°F (37°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Mon, Aug 31: extreme heat, 98°F (37°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.

Best time to visit Hillsborough County

Go in April and November. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.

Hardest months: July, August and October - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.

January★★★★
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Summary

Hillsborough County is a county in Florida. Hillsborough County is a county in the United States. It has a population of about 1.5 million.

Right now it is 82°F (28°C) in Hillsborough County with overcast. It feels like 92°F. Today runs from 78°F to 91°F. Chance of precipitation is 27%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.9/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Hillsborough County is April and November. The climate is temperate. July, August and October tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 91°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 51°F.

The closest major airport is Orlando International Airport (MCO), about 77 mi away. Nearby highlights include Clearwater Beach, Siesta Key Beach, Myakka River State Park and Walt Disney World Resort.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 91°F is in line with the 90°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Hillsborough County today at 9.3/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Hillsborough County?

Hillsborough County is a county in Florida. Its coordinates are 27.9506, -82.4572. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Hillsborough County right now?

It is currently 82°F (28°C) with overcast. Humidity is 78% and wind is 2 mph.

When is the best time to visit Hillsborough County?

April and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Hillsborough County, which has a temperate climate. July, August and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Hillsborough County in?

Hillsborough County observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 2:18 PM.

How many people live in Hillsborough County?

Hillsborough County has a population of approximately 1.5 million.

What is the nearest airport to Hillsborough County?

The closest airports are Orlando International Airport (MCO), 77 mi away and Miami International Airport (MIA), 200 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Hillsborough County?

Popular options include Clearwater Beach, Siesta Key Beach, Myakka River State Park, Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort and Blue Spring State Park.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 23, 2026 at 2:18 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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