Fort Lauderdale, FL Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Fort Lauderdale
Weather in Fort Lauderdale is shaped by its tropical rainforest climate - expect steady heat, high humidity and frequent downpours in every month. July afternoons typically reach 87°F (31°C), while January highs hover near 75°F (24°C). Annual precipitation averages 69.2 inches (1758 mm) over about 202 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 87°F (31°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 75°F (24°C)
- Record high: 97°F (36°C) · Record low: 39°F (4°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: September (24 rainy days) · Sunniest: April (11.7 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical rainforest - steady heat, high humidity and frequent downpours in every month
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 87°F (31°C) and overnight lows stay near 77°F (25°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 75°F (24°C) and lows around 62°F (17°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 97°F (36°C) and dropped as low as 39°F (4°C).
Rain, sun and snow
September is usually the wettest month. It brings about 9.9 inches (253 mm) of rain over 24 days, while February is the driest. April brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.7 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75° | 62° | 10 | 3.4 in | 8.8 h/day | 74% |
| February | 77° | 65° | 11 | 2.7 in | 10.1 h/day | 74% |
| March | 79° | 67° | 9 | 2.7 in | 10.5 h/day | 71% |
| April | 82° | 70° | 12 | 3.9 in | 11.7 h/day | 72% |
| May | 84° | 72° | 16 | 6.4 in | 11.4 h/day | 76% |
| June | 85° | 76° | 24 | 9.7 in | 10.4 h/day | 82% |
| July | 87° | 77° | 25 | 6.8 in | 11.3 h/day | 81% |
| August | 87° | 77° | 26 | 9.0 in | 10.8 h/day | 82% |
| September | 86° | 76° | 24 | 9.9 in | 9.9 h/day | 83% |
| October | 83° | 74° | 19 | 7.0 in | 9.5 h/day | 79% |
| November | 80° | 70° | 13 | 4.2 in | 9.1 h/day | 77% |
| December | 77° | 66° | 12 | 3.5 in | 8.8 h/day | 77% |
Fort Lauderdale month by month
Fort Lauderdale weather in January
January brings highs around 75°F (24°C), lows near 62°F (17°C), about 10 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Fort Lauderdale.
Fort Lauderdale weather in February
February brings highs around 77°F (25°C), lows near 65°F (18°C), about 11 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Fort Lauderdale.
Fort Lauderdale weather in March
March brings highs around 79°F (26°C), lows near 67°F (19°C), about 9 wet days.
Fort Lauderdale weather in April
April brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 70°F (21°C), about 12 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Fort Lauderdale.
Fort Lauderdale weather in May
May brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 72°F (22°C), about 16 wet days.
Fort Lauderdale weather in June
June brings highs around 85°F (30°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 24 wet days.
Fort Lauderdale weather in July
July brings highs around 87°F (31°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 25 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Fort Lauderdale.
Fort Lauderdale weather in August
August brings highs around 87°F (31°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 26 wet days.
Fort Lauderdale weather in September
September brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 24 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Fort Lauderdale.
Fort Lauderdale weather in October
October brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), about 19 wet days.
Fort Lauderdale weather in November
November brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 70°F (21°C), about 13 wet days.
Fort Lauderdale weather in December
December brings highs around 77°F (25°C), lows near 66°F (19°C), about 12 wet days.
Seasons in Fort Lauderdale
March through May
March through May in Fort Lauderdale brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 82°F (28°C) and nights around 70°F (21°C); expect showers on roughly 38 days across the season.
June through August
June through August in Fort Lauderdale brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 87°F (30°C) and nights around 77°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 76 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.
September through November
September through November in Fort Lauderdale runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 83°F (28°C) and nights around 73°F (23°C); expect showers on roughly 55 days across the season.
December through February
December through February in Fort Lauderdale is mild and warm, with daytime highs averaging 76°F (24°C) and nights around 64°F (18°C); expect showers on roughly 33 days across the season.
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Best time to visit Fort Lauderdale
The best time to visit Fort Lauderdale is generally December to March, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 77°F (25°C).
Pack for Fort Lauderdale 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).
Fort Lauderdale temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.