Orlando, FL Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Orlando
Located in Florida, United States, Orlando experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. Afternoon temperatures peak near 89°F (32°C) in July and dip to about 70°F (21°C) in January, with around 65.1 inches (1654 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 89°F (32°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 70°F (21°C)
- Record high: 100°F (38°C) · Record low: 29°F (-2°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: August (26 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 89°F (32°C) and overnight lows stay near 75°F (24°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 70°F (21°C) and lows around 52°F (11°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 100°F (38°C) and dropped as low as 29°F (-2°C).
Rain, sun and snow
August is usually the wettest month. It brings about 10.6 inches (270 mm) of rain over 26 days, while February 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 | 70° | 52° | 8 | 2.7 in | 8.2 h/day | 75% |
| February | 75° | 56° | 8 | 2.3 in | 9.1 h/day | 75% |
| March | 80° | 60° | 7 | 2.4 in | 9.9 h/day | 69% |
| April | 83° | 64° | 10 | 3.2 in | 11.1 h/day | 69% |
| May | 87° | 69° | 13 | 4.7 in | 11.4 h/day | 70% |
| June | 88° | 73° | 22 | 9.3 in | 10.5 h/day | 80% |
| July | 89° | 75° | 26 | 9.3 in | 10.6 h/day | 83% |
| August | 88° | 75° | 26 | 10.6 in | 10.2 h/day | 84% |
| September | 86° | 74° | 22 | 10.6 in | 9.5 h/day | 85% |
| October | 82° | 68° | 13 | 4.6 in | 9.6 h/day | 80% |
| November | 77° | 62° | 8 | 2.9 in | 8.5 h/day | 78% |
| December | 73° | 57° | 7 | 2.6 in | 8.0 h/day | 79% |
Orlando month by month
Orlando weather in January
January brings highs around 70°F (21°C), lows near 52°F (11°C), about 8 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Orlando.
Orlando weather in February
February brings highs around 75°F (24°C), lows near 56°F (13°C), about 8 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Orlando.
Orlando weather in March
March brings highs around 80°F (26°C), lows near 60°F (15°C), about 7 wet days.
Orlando weather in April
April brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), about 10 wet days.
Orlando weather in May
May brings highs around 87°F (31°C), lows near 69°F (20°C), about 13 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Orlando.
Orlando weather in June
June brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 73°F (23°C), about 22 wet days.
Orlando weather in July
July brings highs around 89°F (32°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 26 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Orlando.
Orlando weather in August
August brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 26 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Orlando.
Orlando weather in September
September brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), about 22 wet days.
Orlando weather in October
October brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 68°F (20°C), about 13 wet days.
Orlando weather in November
November brings highs around 77°F (25°C), lows near 62°F (16°C), about 8 wet days.
Orlando weather in December
December brings highs around 73°F (23°C), lows near 57°F (14°C), about 7 wet days.
Seasons in Orlando
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Orlando runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 83°F (29°C) and nights around 64°F (18°C); expect showers on roughly 30 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 Orlando runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 88°F (31°C) and nights around 75°F (24°C); expect showers on roughly 74 days across the season.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Orlando runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 82°F (28°C) and nights around 68°F (20°C); expect showers on roughly 42 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Orlando brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 72°F (22°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 Orlando
The best time to visit Orlando is generally November to January and March, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 75°F (24°C).
Pack for Orlando 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 75°F (24°C).
Orlando temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.