Sarasota, FL Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Sarasota
Weather in Sarasota is shaped by its humid subtropical climate - expect hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. July afternoons typically reach 87°F (31°C), while January highs hover near 69°F (21°C). Annual precipitation averages 49.2 inches (1249 mm) over about 154 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 87°F (31°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 69°F (21°C)
- Record high: 97°F (36°C) · Record low: 32°F (0°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: August (24 rainy days) · Sunniest: May (12.1 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 87°F (31°C) and overnight lows stay near 77°F (25°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 69°F (21°C) and lows around 56°F (13°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 97°F (36°C) and dropped as low as 32°F (0°C).
Rain, sun and snow
August is usually the wettest month. It brings about 8.5 inches (216 mm) of rain over 24 days, while March is the driest. May brings the most sunshine, averaging 12.1 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69° | 56° | 7 | 2.9 in | 8.7 h/day | 75% |
| February | 73° | 59° | 6 | 1.9 in | 9.9 h/day | 77% |
| March | 77° | 63° | 6 | 1.8 in | 10.6 h/day | 72% |
| April | 81° | 67° | 9 | 2.9 in | 11.7 h/day | 72% |
| May | 85° | 71° | 12 | 3.4 in | 12.1 h/day | 71% |
| June | 87° | 75° | 21 | 6.7 in | 11.2 h/day | 79% |
| July | 87° | 77° | 25 | 6.7 in | 11.0 h/day | 80% |
| August | 87° | 77° | 24 | 8.5 in | 10.4 h/day | 81% |
| September | 86° | 76° | 20 | 7.1 in | 10.1 h/day | 81% |
| October | 83° | 71° | 11 | 2.9 in | 9.9 h/day | 75% |
| November | 78° | 65° | 6 | 2.0 in | 9.3 h/day | 75% |
| December | 73° | 60° | 6 | 2.6 in | 8.7 h/day | 78% |
Sarasota month by month
Sarasota weather in January
January brings highs around 69°F (21°C), lows near 56°F (13°C), about 7 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Sarasota.
Sarasota weather in February
February brings highs around 73°F (23°C), lows near 59°F (15°C), about 6 wet days.
Sarasota weather in March
March brings highs around 77°F (25°C), lows near 63°F (17°C), about 6 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Sarasota.
Sarasota weather in April
April brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 67°F (19°C), about 9 wet days.
Sarasota weather in May
May brings highs around 85°F (30°C), lows near 71°F (22°C), about 12 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Sarasota.
Sarasota weather in June
June brings highs around 87°F (30°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 21 wet days.
Sarasota 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 Sarasota.
Sarasota weather in August
August brings highs around 87°F (31°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 24 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Sarasota.
Sarasota weather in September
September brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 20 wet days.
Sarasota weather in October
October brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 71°F (22°C), about 11 wet days.
Sarasota weather in November
November brings highs around 78°F (25°C), lows near 65°F (18°C), about 6 wet days.
Sarasota weather in December
December brings highs around 73°F (23°C), lows near 60°F (16°C), about 6 wet days.
Seasons in Sarasota
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Sarasota brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 81°F (27°C) and nights around 67°F (19°C); expect showers on roughly 27 days across the season.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Sarasota runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 87°F (31°C) and nights around 77°F (25°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 Sarasota is hot, with daytime highs averaging 82°F (28°C) and nights around 70°F (21°C); expect showers on roughly 37 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Sarasota brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 72°F (22°C) and nights around 58°F (15°C); expect showers on roughly 20 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Sarasota
The best time to visit Sarasota is generally November to March, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 74°F (23°C).
Pack for Sarasota 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).
Sarasota temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.