Best Time to Visit St. Petersburg, Florida, USA
St. Petersburg is at its sunniest and driest in April.
The best time to visit St. Petersburg for sunny, dry weather is April — 1 month of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–May and October–February; the wetter half falls in March and June–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 16.2°C / 61.2°F in January to 28.2°C / 82.8°F in July, with rainfall from 39 mm / 1.5 in (April) to 213 mm / 8.4 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at St. Petersburg, Florida, United States of America's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. St. Petersburg's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 22.2°C72°F | 39 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit St. Petersburg?
The best time to visit St. Petersburg for sunny, dry weather is April. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 28.2°C / 82.8°F, and the driest is April with about 39 mm / 1.5 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at St. Petersburg's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in St. Petersburg?
The rainy season at St. Petersburg, Florida runs through March and June–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 80 mm / 3.1 in. The wettest single month is August (213 mm / 8.4 in).
What is the driest month in St. Petersburg?
The driest month in St. Petersburg is April, averaging about 39 mm / 1.5 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 22.2°C / 72°F.
What months should I avoid visiting St. Petersburg?
The least comfortable months for travel to St. Petersburg — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, July, August, September, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 213 mm / 8.4 in in August, and the coldest month averages 16.2°C / 61.2°F.
Is St. Petersburg climate different from United States of America overall?
Yes, usually. Our St. Petersburg figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our United States of America figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects St. Petersburg specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.