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USA · Ships call at Tampa, Florida
Warm and drying out, hurricane season
October is inside the Atlantic hurricane season. A storm can change a port day or the whole route, so keep your plans here flexible.
Tampa in October is warm and sunny, with average highs around 85°F and lows that rarely dip below 69°F. Rain is uncommon, with only about 1 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Warm and drying out, hurricane season.
Crowds are moderate in October, making it a good balance between availability and weather. Pack reef-safe SPF 50+ sunscreen, a hat, and breathable fabrics. The sun at 85°F is intense, especially near the water.
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Sailings that are at sea during October, with the date each one leaves port.
Panama Canal Eastbound
Celebrity Cruises
Sails Oct 1, 2026
Western Caribbean
Carnival Cruises
Sails Oct 8, 2026
Western Caribbean Getaway
Royal Caribbean Cruises
Sails Oct 10, 2026
New Orleans & Mexico
Margaritaville At Sea Cruises
Sails Oct 10, 2026
Western Caribbean Cruise
Royal Caribbean Cruises
Sails Oct 10, 2026
The Bahamas
Carnival Cruises
Sails Oct 12, 2026
Cruises from Tampa leave from Port Tampa Bay on Channelside Drive, on the edge of downtown. Tampa International Airport is 15 to 20 minutes away by car. The Florida Aquarium is next door to the terminals, and the old cigar district of Ybor City is about 10 minutes away.
The average high temperature in Tampa during October is 85°F, with a low of 69°F.
Tampa typically sees 1 days of rain in October. Warm and drying out, hurricane season.
For a October cruise to Tampa, you should pack lightweight, breathable clothing, swimwear, and sun protection.