La Nina winter setting up, NOAA says. Here's what that means for US

La Nina winter setting up, NOAA says. Here's what that means for US

The influence of La Niña is expected to dominate weather conditions from December through February, according to NOAA. This often translates to wetter conditions in the northern tier of the country, while the southern tier may face drier-than-average weather.

The influence of La Niña is expected to dominate weather conditions from December through February, according to NOAA. This often translates to wetter conditions in the northern tier of the country, while the southern tier may face drier-than-average weather.

Potential tropical system could become depression in Gulf of Mexico next week: NHC

Potential tropical system could become depression in Gulf of Mexico next week: NHC

A tropical disturbance brewing in the Caribbean Sea has a medium chance of development over the next week, according to the National Hurricane Center.

A tropical disturbance brewing in the Caribbean Sea has a medium chance of development over the next week, according to the National Hurricane Center.

Tampa weather | not much rain in store this weekend
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Tampa weather | not much rain in store this weekend

FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg said we shouldn't expect much in the way of rain this weekend. But, Osterberg continues to monitor a tropical disturbance in the Caribbean that he thinks could develop and move into the Gulf of Mexico as early as next week.

FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg said we shouldn't expect much in the way of rain this weekend. But, Osterberg continues to monitor a tropical disturbance in the Caribbean that he thinks could develop and move into the Gulf of Mexico as early as next week.

Debby causes up to $263M in farm losses

Debby causes up to $263M in farm losses

Hurricane Debby caused up to $263.2 million in estimated losses to crops and farm animals when the Category 1 rainmaker swept through North Florida last month.

Hurricane Debby caused up to $263.2 million in estimated losses to crops and farm animals when the Category 1 rainmaker swept through North Florida last month.

Tampa weather | keeping an eye on tropics in Gulf
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Tampa weather | keeping an eye on tropics in Gulf

FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg said we should have a relatively dry weekend but he's keeping an eye on a tropical disturbance in the Caribbean that could be pulled up into the Gulf of Mexico.

FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg said we should have a relatively dry weekend but he's keeping an eye on a tropical disturbance in the Caribbean that could be pulled up into the Gulf of Mexico.

The Central American Gyre: What to know as hurricane season continues

The Central American Gyre: What to know as hurricane season continues

Learn how the Central American Gyre, a broad low-pressure system, can influence tropical storm formation and impact hurricane season. Stay informed about its potential effects on the Gulf and Caribbean.

Learn how the Central American Gyre, a broad low-pressure system, can influence tropical storm formation and impact hurricane season. Stay informed about its potential effects on the Gulf and Caribbean.

Area of low pressure over Central America
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Area of low pressure over Central America

FOX 13 News Meteorologist Jim Weber says an area of low pressure called the Central America Gyre could help tropical cyclones form. According to Weber, there's a possibility that there could be development next week.

FOX 13 News Meteorologist Jim Weber says an area of low pressure called the Central America Gyre could help tropical cyclones form. According to Weber, there's a possibility that there could be development next week.

Tampa weather | dry-air pattern continues
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Tampa weather | dry-air pattern continues

FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg said our pattern of dry air should continue for the next couple days, keeping our rain chances low. He also provided the latest on the tropics.

FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg said our pattern of dry air should continue for the next couple days, keeping our rain chances low. He also provided the latest on the tropics.