Tampa drivers should brace for heavy congestion this Thanksgiving weekend, especially on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons, when traffic is expected to peak. The best time to travel is Thanksgiving Day itself, with minimal traffic on local highways. For those heading home on Sunday, early morning departures are recommended to avoid long delays. On Monday, expect a mix of returning travelers and work commuters on the roads. The heaviest congestion in Tampa will occur on Friday, November 29th, from 10:30 AM, with travel times from Fort Myers to Tampa via I-75 N expected to increase by 69%. Stay updated with traffic apps and local news for the latest alerts.