Hillsborough County Weather Forecast
Hillsborough County weather: 82°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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.
Active alerts for Hillsborough County
Special Marine Warning issued August 23 at 12:35PM EDT until August 23 at 1:15PM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
Issued by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
Weather in Hillsborough County right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:56 PM, Aug 23 local time.
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Next 24 hours
Hour-by-hour temperature, precipitation chance and wind.
16-day forecast for Hillsborough County
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Aug 22 | ☁️ Overcast | 91° / 78° | 27% | 11 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Aug 23 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 89° / 78° | 27% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | ☁️ Overcast | 90° / 77° | 25% | 12 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 94° / 80° | 16% | 11 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 97° / 78° | 29% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 95° / 78° | 45% · 0,1 in | 10 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 96° / 78° | 56% · 0,0 in | 7 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | ☁️ Overcast | 97° / 79° | 56% | 7 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 99° / 79° | 58% | 8 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 98° / 80° | 52% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 96° / 80° | 45% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 96° / 80° | 40% · 0,3 in | 9 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 96° / 80° | 40% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☀️ Clear sky | 95° / 82° | 41% | 12 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 95° / 81° | 31% | 12 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 94° / 80° | 33% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 8 |
Climate in Hillsborough County month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68° | 51° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 73° | 55° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 79° | 61° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 85° | 65° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 90° | 73° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 91° | 76° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 91° | 78° | 5,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 90° | 78° | 6,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 89° | 74° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 83° | 68° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 79° | 61° | 1,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 73° | 57° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Weather map for Hillsborough County
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Air quality and pollen in Hillsborough County
Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.
Sun, twilight and moon
Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.
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.
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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 12:56 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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, 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 12:56 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
