Hillsborough County Weather Forecast
Hillsborough County weather: 76°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Hillsborough County
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Aug 23 | ⛈️ Violent showers | 87° / 74° | 62% · 3,0 in | 9 mph | 3 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | ☁️ Overcast | 86° / 74° | 18% | 8 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 87° / 76° | 18% · 0,0 in | 10 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌧️ Showers | 96° / 78° | 55% · 0,2 in | 9 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 95° / 77° | 68% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Light showers | 96° / 77° | 58% · 0,4 in | 11 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 92° / 76° | 62% · 2,1 in | 8 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 92° / 76° | 65% · 0,2 in | 11 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 94° / 78° | 64% · 0,1 in | 10 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 95° / 77° | 54% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 95° / 82° | 47% | 12 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | ☀️ Clear sky | 93° / 83° | 42% | 13 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 93° / 82° | 42% | 15 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 91° / 82° | 50% · 0,0 in | 14 mph | 7 |
The two-week trend
Steady. The second week averages within a degree of the first, so no big change is signalled.
The window averages 92°F against a August normal of 90°F - right on average.
The next 7 days carry about 3.9 times a normal week's rain for August (5,8 in against 1,5 in).
What this means for Hillsborough County
Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 87°F is 3.4°F below the 90°F typical for this month.
A 62% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 3,0 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 56°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid July, August and October - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 76°F (24°C) with overcast. Humidity is 95% and wind is 3 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 11:21 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 11:21 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
