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Weather Bulletin – October 8, 2026
Hello Vendors,
We are closely monitoring the weather across Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties for this week’s markets.
Tonight’s Makers & Shakers Market at St. Petersburg Distillery is canceled due to forecasted thunderstorms. Vendors should not arrive for setup, an email has been sent.
The remaining weekend markets are being monitored, and your Market Manager will communicate any changes.
Markets Included in This Bulletin
Thursday, October 8 - Makers & Shakers Market — CANCELED
Saturday, October 10 - Dunedin Saturday Market- DELAYED OPENING- 10AM
Saturday, October 10 - Carrollwood Market - OPENING NORMAL TIME WITH CAUTION - 10AM
Sunday, October 11 - Kenwood Sunday Market St. Pete
Sunday, October 11 - Seminole Heights Sunday Market
Current Local Forecasts
Based on National Weather Service forecasts available Thursday morning, October 8. Rain percentages apply to the full forecast period, rather than only market hours.
Thursday evening — St. Petersburg: An 80% chance of rain, with showers and thunderstorms primarily before 2:00 AM. A flood watch remains in effect through midnight. Tonight’s Makers & Shakers Market is canceled.
Saturday — Dunedin: A 70% chance of rain, with scattered showers and thunderstorms earlier in the day and showers becoming more likely after 2:00 PM. High near 88°F, with south winds of 10–13 mph and gusts up to 20 mph.
Saturday — Carrollwood: A 70% chance of rain, with scattered showers and thunderstorms between 8:00 AM and 2:00 PM, followed by more likely showers after 2:00 PM. High near 88°F, with south winds around 11 mph and gusts up to 21 mph.
Sunday — St. Petersburg/Kenwood: A 70% chance of rain, with showers and possible thunderstorms likely before 2:00 PM, followed by scattered showers and thunderstorms. High near 87°F, with south-southeast winds of 9–11 mph.
Sunday — Tampa/Seminole Heights: A 60% chance of rain, with scattered showers and thunderstorms earlier in the day and showers becoming more likely after 2:00 PM. High near 88°F, with south-southeast winds of 7–9 mph.
Forecasts can change, and we will continue reviewing local radar, wind conditions, and site conditions before making operational decisions.
Click here to view the Weather FAQs for your market on the TBM Vendor Network Site.
What You Can Expect
Our goal is to operate our markets whenever it can be done safely. If weather impacts morning setup, we will consider delayed openings when conditions allow. The safety of our vendors, customers, staff, and community remains our highest priority.
Each Market Manager will send an email and SMS update on the morning of your market with the latest status and any operational changes.
If conditions require an earlier decision, communication will be sent as soon as possible.
Please check your messages before leaving home and again before beginning setup.
We encourage vendors to consider their products, equipment, travel distance, and comfort level when deciding whether to attend.
Please Be Prepared
If your market proceeds, arrive ready for changing conditions:
Secure 30–40 lb weights on each of your tent’s four legs, following your market’s requirements.
Bring waterproof coverings and securing materials to protect your products.
Follow your Market Manager’s instructions regarding tents, wind, setup, and any required shutdown.
Be prepared to seek shelter in a substantial building or enclosed vehicle if thunderstorms approach.
Keep your phone nearby to receive market updates.
If you decide not to attend, please notify your Market Manager as soon as possible so we can adjust the layout accordingly.
For ongoing weather updates, check National Weather Service local forecasts and Bay News 9/Klystron 9 radar, along with communications from your Market Manager.
Thank you for your flexibility and partnership. We appreciate your patience as we monitor conditions and make decisions for each location.
Thank you,
The Tampa Bay Markets Team
Summer Weather Bulletin
Summer Market Season is now in session, along with Florida summer weather patterns of extra heat, humidity, and random pop-up showers for the flowers!
We are writing with an important Summertime Weather Bulletin for all to review. The safety of our vendors, market shoppers, and team members is always paramount in our planning and operational processes.
Bulletin Topics:
Weather-related delayed openings/cancellations of a market date.
Vendor responsibilities and communication.
Staying Safe - onsite protocols for sudden storms and heat.
Now through October, Florida forecasts often show a high probability of rain during some part of the upcoming market days ahead. We also recognize that weather patterns change so quickly in Florida. TBM’s protocol for weather monitoring is to review hour-by-hour reports daily as we approach each upcoming market date.
If inclement Weather is in the forecast we will either issue a delayed opening or a market closure.
Here’s the breakdown:
Weather-related delayed openings/cancellations of a market date. In the event we will either need to announce a delayed opening or a cancellation of a market day, our protocol for timing and communication is as follows:
TBM management will make decisions for any weather-related schedule modifications by 5:30 a.m. on the day of the market for the markets operating that day.
Notification to vendors of either a delayed opening or a market closure will be sent via text and email through Marketspread messenger and will be posted via social media pages by 6 am.
Delayed Opening - market will open no later than 11 am, and vendor load-in will begin between 9 and 10 am.
Market Cancellation - To support our vendors, a half-day credit will be issued for all vendors scheduled for the day. This credit may be applied towards your next day of rental at this market location..
Payment Reminder: If the market closes early due to declining weather conditions, vendor fees collected are final and will not be returned or credited.
Vendor Responsibilities & Communication:
We operate rain or shine: Please note that a market will continue in light rain or even have a delayed opening due to weather conditions at setup. We will continue to operate the advertised market unless the weather conditions worsen onsite and it becomes a dangerous situation to continue with the market.
Check for TBM Weather-Related Notifications no later than 6:30 am in any of the following 3 places:
TBM Social Media Pages
TBM Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/tampabaymarket/
TBM Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TampaBayMarkets/
Email notification sent from Marketspread Messenger
Text message sent via Marketspread Messenger
Please make sure your Marketspread profile contains reliable, current information for your primary email address and cell phone #.
Keep in touch with the market manager for your location. Our phone numbers are listed on the vendor logistics for each market.
Make sure your cell number is listed in your profile on your application on Marketspread because we will send out text alerts when needed.
All vendors need to make the best decisions for their business. If you decide not to participate, advise the market manager of your decision immediately, and we will adjust the market footprint accordingly.
If you decide not to attend the market as scheduled, please take these steps:
Send a comment via Marketspread to the market at which you are booked. We will be checking marketspread through the night and into the next morning.
Send a text to the market managers on site before 7 am on the market day.
Our guidelines are created to ensure a consistently safe, equitable, and quality
experience for all involved.
Each week, we ask that you please continue to watch the radar and make the best decision for your business.
Apps that we find useful - Bay News 9, Klystron Radar hour by hour, and NOAA Weather app *Weather.com does not always update quickly enough, and it's not as reliable.
Mikes Weather Page on Facebook is also a good option.
In the event that we issue a delayed opening and a passing shower or thunderstorm arrives during the time of market operation, a warning from market management will arrive via text and on the ground.
Onsite Safety Steps for Sudden Wind or Storms:
1. Double-check and make sure your tent weights are completely secured to each of your tent legs.
2. Cover your product and equipment with plastic or tarps. It is best practice to always carry a rain kit in your market bin. Inclusive of plastic, tarps, and additional weights, bungee cords.
3. Pitch your tent to the lowest level so it does not become a parachute.
4. Exit your booth and find shelter in a building or an automobile. Standing in your tent during a thunderstorm is not advised.
5. Watch your phone to check for any no-reply text messages concerning weather and possible market suspension for a storm coming.
Onsite Safety Steps for Heat:
Stay hydrated. Bring plenty of water and electrolytes.
Have a battery-operated fan.
If able, have tent sides to provide shade from direct sun.
Keep air flowing through your tent if possible.
Dress appropriately - light and breathable fabrics.
Take breaks.
Ask for help if needed.
Check on others.
TBM Market management and our vendor community look out for one another.
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