Daytona Beach, FL Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Daytona Beach
Located in Florida, United States, Daytona Beach experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. Afternoon temperatures peak near 88°F (31°C) in July and dip to about 68°F (20°C) in January, with around 55.5 inches (1410 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 88°F (31°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 68°F (20°C)
- Record high: 101°F (38°C) · Record low: 27°F (-3°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: September (22 rainy days) · Sunniest: May (11.4 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 76°F (24°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 68°F (20°C) and lows around 53°F (11°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 101°F (38°C) and dropped as low as 27°F (-3°C).
Rain, sun and snow
September is usually the wettest month. It brings about 8.7 inches (221 mm) of rain over 22 days, while March is the driest. May brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.4 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68° | 53° | 7 | 2.7 in | 8.1 h/day | 75% |
| February | 72° | 56° | 8 | 2.4 in | 9.0 h/day | 76% |
| March | 76° | 60° | 8 | 2.1 in | 9.8 h/day | 72% |
| April | 79° | 64° | 10 | 3.7 in | 11.0 h/day | 72% |
| May | 84° | 69° | 12 | 4.2 in | 11.4 h/day | 73% |
| June | 87° | 74° | 21 | 7.0 in | 10.8 h/day | 80% |
| July | 88° | 76° | 24 | 7.5 in | 11.0 h/day | 82% |
| August | 87° | 76° | 24 | 7.4 in | 10.5 h/day | 84% |
| September | 85° | 74° | 22 | 8.7 in | 9.5 h/day | 82% |
| October | 81° | 70° | 13 | 4.7 in | 9.6 h/day | 77% |
| November | 75° | 63° | 9 | 2.7 in | 8.4 h/day | 77% |
| December | 72° | 58° | 8 | 2.4 in | 8.0 h/day | 79% |
Daytona Beach month by month
Daytona Beach weather in January
January brings highs around 68°F (20°C), lows near 53°F (11°C), about 7 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Daytona Beach.
Daytona Beach weather in February
February brings highs around 72°F (22°C), lows near 56°F (13°C), about 8 wet days.
Daytona Beach weather in March
March brings highs around 76°F (25°C), lows near 60°F (16°C), about 8 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Daytona Beach.
Daytona Beach weather in April
April brings highs around 79°F (26°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), about 10 wet days.
Daytona Beach weather in May
May brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 69°F (21°C), about 12 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Daytona Beach.
Daytona Beach weather in June
June brings highs around 87°F (31°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), about 21 wet days.
Daytona Beach weather in July
July brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 24 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Daytona Beach.
Daytona Beach weather in August
August brings highs around 87°F (31°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 24 wet days.
Daytona Beach weather in September
September brings highs around 85°F (29°C), lows near 74°F (24°C), about 22 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Daytona Beach.
Daytona Beach weather in October
October brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 70°F (21°C), about 13 wet days.
Daytona Beach weather in November
November brings highs around 75°F (24°C), lows near 63°F (17°C), about 9 wet days.
Daytona Beach weather in December
December brings highs around 72°F (22°C), lows near 58°F (14°C), about 8 wet days.
Seasons in Daytona Beach
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Daytona Beach is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 80°F (27°C) and nights around 64°F (18°C); expect showers on roughly 31 days across the season.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Daytona Beach brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 88°F (31°C) and nights around 75°F (24°C); expect showers on roughly 70 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.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Daytona Beach is mild and warm, with daytime highs averaging 80°F (27°C) and nights around 69°F (21°C); expect showers on roughly 44 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Daytona Beach brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 71°F (21°C) and nights around 55°F (13°C); expect showers on roughly 23 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Daytona Beach
The best time to visit Daytona Beach is generally January to May and November, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 76°F (24°C).
Pack for Daytona Beach 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 76°F (24°C).
Daytona Beach temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.