Population:
303,447
Elevation:
48 feet above sea level
Land Area:
112.1 square miles
Location:
Located in the central western part of Florida, 60 miles southwest of Orlando,
near I-4 from the east, and I-75 from the north and south
Time Zone:
Eastern Time Zone (when it’s noon in Tampa, it’s 11:00am in Chicago and 9:00am
in Los Angeles)
Weather:
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Average temp. (°F)
61.3
62.7
67.4
71.5
77.6
81.5
82.5
82.7
81.6
75.8
69.3
63.3
High temperature (°F)
70.1
71.6
76.3
80.6
86.3
89.0
89.8
90.0
89.0
84.0
77.9
72.0
Low temperature (°F)
52.4
53.8
58.4
62.4
68.9
73.9
75.3
75.4
74.3
67.6
60.7
54.7
Precipitation (in)
2.4
2.7
2.9
1.8
2.9
5.7
6.5
7.7
6.6
2.3
1.7
2.4
Climate:
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Days with precip.
7
7
7
5
6
12
16
16
13
7
5
6
Wind speed (mph)
8.6
9.1
9.4
9.2
8.6
7.9
7.1
6.9
7.6
8.3
8.2
8.3
Morning humidity (%)
87
86
87
86
85
86
87
90
91
89
88
88
Afternoon humidity (%)
60
57
55
52
53
60
64
65
63
58
58
60
Sunshine (%)
63
65
71
75
75
67
62
61
61
65
64
61
Days clear of clouds
10
9
11
11
11
6
3
3
5
11
12
10
Partly cloudy days
10
9
10
11
13
14
16
17
14
10
10
10
Cloudy days
12
10
10
8
8
10
12
11
11
9
9
11
Snowfall (in)
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
Local Seasons:
As a major business location, Tampa tends to busy
year round. Considering its proximity to the Gulf of Mexico and numerous local
attractions (as well as those in nearby Orlando), summers can be quite busy.
With mild temperatures year round, this city is a paradise for anyone enjoying
the out of doors. Winters are quite pleasant. With high temperatures rarely
above 75 F and lows rarely under 60 F, it’s a perfect time for taking part in
any of the many outdoor activities, whether it’s attending a professional sports
game, fishing, visiting one of the many attractions, or just reading a book by
the pool. Spring and fall afford great opportunities for sunshine with
temperatures being quite comfortable for any activity. Summer can be hot and
humid so be sure to drink plenty of water and dress accordingly.
Getting There:
By Air
Tampa International Airport
813-870-8770
Conveniently located only 5 miles northwest of
downtown Tampa, the airport is served by most of the major airlines and many of
the regional carriers as well.
Clearwater – St. Petersburg Airport
727-535-7600
Approximately 30 minutes west of Tampa, the
airport is served by a limited number of airlines.
By Car
Major routes into Tampa are I-75 from the north
(Atlanta) and south (Miami and Sarasota), and I-4 from the east (Orlando).
By Train
Amtrak
601 Nebraska Avenue North
Tampa, FL 33602
813-221-7600 or 800-872-7245
Tampa’s Amtrak Station offers strong north-south
connections as well as links to nationwide rail travel. Amtrak’s AutoTrain
offers daily service to passengers and vehicles traveling between Washington,
D.C. and Orlando and a major highway delivers drivers directly to Tampa in just
over an hour’s time.
By Bus:
Greyhound
Greyhound Lines, Inc. is located in Tampa at 610 Polk Street (near the corner of
Pierce Street)
610 Polk Street
Tampa, FL 33602
813-229-2174 or 800-231-2222
Getting Around:
By far, the easiest way to get around the city is
by car, either personal or rental. Most of the rental car companies have
facilities both at the airport and throughout the city. Taxi cabs are another
alternative.
National Holidays:
New Year’s Day, January 1
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the third Monday in
January
President’ Day, the third Monday in February
Memorial Day, the last Monday in May
Independence Day, July 4
Labor Day, the first Monday in September
Thanksgiving Day, the fourth Thursday in November
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, December 24 and
25
New Year’s Eve, December 31
Tampa St. Petersburg
