Tampa hits 100 degrees for first time on record
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Tampa hit 100 degrees for the first time on record, which surprisingly is quite difficult to do in parts of the Sunshine State. Because of the ocean’s influence in Florida, the temperature rarely hits the triple digits along coastal areas. However, this weekend’s weather pattern was anything but typical.
Breakdown
- Tampa recorded a temperature of 100 degrees, breaking its previous record of 99.
- This is the first time Tampa has reached 100 degrees since records began in 1890. 13s
- The record heat was caused by winds bringing hot, dry air from the land instead of the usual sea breeze. 21s
- A strong high pressure system contributed to the northwest wind and increased temperatures. 33s
- Typically, winds from the water keep Tampa's temperatures lower, but this pattern changed. 1m 1s