Climate of Florida, USA
Area-weighted average across Florida. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Florida, a subdivision of United States of America, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 14.2°C / 57.6°F in January to 27.5°C / 81.5°F in July, with rainfall from 66 mm / 2.6 in to 185 mm / 7.3 in depending on the season (1365 mm / 53.7 in total across the year). See the 9 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14.2°C57.6°F | 84 mm3.3″ | — |
| February | 15.2°C59.4°F | 87 mm3.4″ | — |
| March | 18.1°C64.6°F | 100 mm3.9″ | — |
| April | 20.7°C69.3°F | 66 mm2.6″ | — |
| May | 23.9°C75°F | 104 mm4.1″ | — |
| June | 26.5°C79.7°F | 178 mm7″ | — |
| July | 27.5°C81.5°F | 182 mm7.2″ | — |
| August | 27.4°C81.3°F | 185 mm7.3″ | — |
| September | 26.4°C79.5°F | 159 mm6.3″ | — |
| October | 22.7°C72.9°F | 82 mm3.2″ | — |
| November | 18.8°C65.8°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| December | 15.6°C60.1°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Florida?
Florida, United States of America does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 27.5°C / 81.5°F, and the driest is April at 66 mm / 2.6 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Florida?
Florida, United States of America has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 14.2°C / 57.6°F in January to 27.5°C / 81.5°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1365 mm / 53.7 in, with the wettest month being August (185 mm / 7.3 in) and the driest April (66 mm / 2.6 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Florida?
The hottest month in Florida is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.5°C / 81.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Florida?
The coldest month in Florida is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 14.2°C / 57.6°F.
When does it rain most in Florida?
The wettest month in Florida is August, averaging about 185 mm / 7.3 in of rainfall. The driest is April with about 66 mm / 2.6 in.