Cape Coral, FL Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Cape Coral
Weather in Cape Coral is shaped by its humid subtropical climate - expect hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. July afternoons typically reach 88°F (31°C), while January highs hover near 72°F (22°C). Annual precipitation averages 54.7 inches (1390 mm) over about 154 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 88°F (31°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 72°F (22°C)
- Record high: 97°F (36°C) · Record low: 34°F (1°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: August (26 rainy days) · Sunniest: May (12.0 h sun/day)
- Climate type: humid subtropical - hot, humid summers and generally mild winters
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 88°F (31°C) and overnight lows stay near 77°F (25°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 72°F (22°C) and lows around 57°F (14°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 97°F (36°C) and dropped as low as 34°F (1°C).
Rain, sun and snow
August is usually the wettest month. It brings about 8.8 inches (223 mm) of rain over 26 days, while February is the driest. May brings the most sunshine, averaging 12.0 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72° | 57° | 8 | 2.8 in | 8.9 h/day | 76% |
| February | 76° | 60° | 5 | 1.8 in | 10.0 h/day | 78% |
| March | 80° | 64° | 5 | 1.9 in | 10.7 h/day | 73% |
| April | 83° | 67° | 9 | 2.4 in | 11.8 h/day | 72% |
| May | 87° | 71° | 12 | 4.3 in | 12.0 h/day | 72% |
| June | 87° | 76° | 23 | 8.8 in | 11.0 h/day | 81% |
| July | 88° | 77° | 24 | 7.0 in | 11.1 h/day | 81% |
| August | 88° | 77° | 26 | 8.8 in | 10.5 h/day | 83% |
| September | 87° | 76° | 21 | 8.8 in | 10.1 h/day | 82% |
| October | 84° | 72° | 11 | 3.5 in | 9.9 h/day | 77% |
| November | 80° | 65° | 7 | 2.1 in | 9.3 h/day | 76% |
| December | 76° | 61° | 5 | 2.5 in | 8.9 h/day | 78% |
Cape Coral month by month
Cape Coral weather in January
January brings highs around 72°F (22°C), lows near 57°F (14°C), about 8 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Cape Coral.
Cape Coral weather in February
February brings highs around 76°F (24°C), lows near 60°F (16°C), about 5 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Cape Coral.
Cape Coral weather in March
March brings highs around 80°F (26°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), about 5 wet days.
Cape Coral weather in April
April brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 67°F (20°C), about 9 wet days.
Cape Coral weather in May
May brings highs around 87°F (30°C), lows near 71°F (22°C), about 12 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Cape Coral.
Cape Coral weather in June
June brings highs around 87°F (30°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 23 wet days.
Cape Coral weather in July
July brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 24 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Cape Coral.
Cape Coral weather in August
August brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 26 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Cape Coral.
Cape Coral weather in September
September brings highs around 87°F (31°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 21 wet days.
Cape Coral weather in October
October brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 72°F (22°C), about 11 wet days.
Cape Coral weather in November
November brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 65°F (19°C), about 7 wet days.
Cape Coral weather in December
December brings highs around 76°F (24°C), lows near 61°F (16°C), about 5 wet days.
Seasons in Cape Coral
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Cape Coral runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 83°F (28°C) and nights around 67°F (20°C); expect showers on roughly 25 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Cape Coral runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 88°F (31°C) and nights around 76°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 73 days across the season.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Cape Coral brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 84°F (29°C) and nights around 71°F (22°C); expect showers on roughly 39 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Cape Coral is mild and warm, with daytime highs averaging 75°F (24°C) and nights around 60°F (15°C); rain falls on about 17 days over the three months.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Cape Coral
The best time to visit Cape Coral is generally November to March, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 77°F (25°C).
Pack for Cape Coral with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature; moisture-wicking fabrics to cope with the humidity. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 77°F (25°C).
Cape Coral temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.