Tampa, FL Surf Report for 06-28-2025

Beach lovers and wave watchers, get ready for a sizzling weekend along West Central and Southwest Florida! The surf is serving up a calm and sultry forecast that's perfect for sun seekers. Expect mostly sunny skies with temperatures climbing into the upper 80s and water temperatures matching the heat at a toasty upper 80s. While the waves will be gentle at just 1 foot or less, don't let the calm fool you - the UV index is extreme, so slather on that sunscreen and grab your shades. Wind patterns will dance around the compass today. We're looking at southeast winds around 5 mph shifting to southwest in the afternoon. As evening rolls in, winds will transition to a soft west breeze around 10 mph. Thunderstorm potential is moderate, so while you're soaking up the rays, keep an eye on those pop-up afternoon storms. They're likely to make a brief appearance, adding some dramatic flair to your beach day. Tide enthusiasts, mark your calendars. Cedar Key will see a low tide at 10:31 AM and a high tide at 4:12 PM. Saint Petersburg beaches will peak with a high tide at 4:06 PM. Rip current risk remains low, but seasoned beach-goers know to stay alert near jetties, piers, and reefs. The surf zone might have some sneaky currents waiting to catch you off guard. Sunday promises more of the same tropical paradise - mostly sunny with scattered showers and thunderstorms. Winds will play a similar game, starting east and shifting to southwest by afternoon. So grab your beach gear, stay hydrated, and enjoy another spectacular Florida coastal weekend!