July Packing List for Tampa — What to Wear & Bring

Essentials

If you only pack a few things, pack these.

• UV-Protection ShirtEssential

  Blocks the intense 91°F rays while paddleboarding on the Hillsborough River.

• Linen ShortsEssential

  The only fabric that breathes enough for 91°F heat and 16 days of high humidity.

• Moisture-Wicking UnderwearEssential

  Crucial for comfort during long 91°F days at theme parks like Busch Gardens.

• Waterproof Hiking SandalsEssential

  Provides grip on slippery, wet Ybor City bricks during the 16 rainy days.

• Rubber Flip FlopsEssential

  The only logical choice for the 16 days of rain that flood Tampa streets.

• Sun HatEssential

  Protects your scalp from the 91°F sun while lounging at St. Pete Beach.

• Polarized SunglassesEssential

  Vital for navigating the glare on Bayshore Boulevard during 91°F afternoons.

• Reef-Safe SunscreenEssential

  Protects the Gulf ecosystem while you stay cool in the water during 91°F days.

• Electrolyte PacketsEssential

  Vital for recovering from sweat loss in the 91°F heat and heavy 16-day rain humidity.

Clothing

• UV-Protection ShirtEssential

  Blocks the intense 91°F rays while paddleboarding on the Hillsborough River.

• Linen ShortsEssential

  The only fabric that breathes enough for 91°F heat and 16 days of high humidity.

• Moisture-Wicking UnderwearEssential

  Crucial for comfort during long 91°F days at theme parks like Busch Gardens.

• Light CardiganRecommended

  Essential for surviving 'freezing' indoor AC when it is 91°F outside.

Footwear

• Waterproof Hiking SandalsEssential

  Provides grip on slippery, wet Ybor City bricks during the 16 rainy days.

• Rubber Flip FlopsEssential

  The only logical choice for the 16 days of rain that flood Tampa streets.

• Mesh ShoesRecommended

  Allows water to drain and feet to cool in the 91°F subtropical climate.

Accessories

• Sun HatEssential

  Protects your scalp from the 91°F sun while lounging at St. Pete Beach.

• Wet/Dry BagRecommended

  Separates soaked clothes from dry gear during the 16 days of frequent rain.

• Polarized SunglassesEssential

  Vital for navigating the glare on Bayshore Boulevard during 91°F afternoons.

Gear

• Misting FanRecommended

  Provides a literal breeze when the air is stagnant and 91°F at the Florida Aquarium.

• Reef-Safe SunscreenEssential

  Protects the Gulf ecosystem while you stay cool in the water during 91°F days.

• Electrolyte PacketsEssential

  Vital for recovering from sweat loss in the 91°F heat and heavy 16-day rain humidity.