Current Weather and Forecast in St. Petersburg, FL

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About the weather in St. Petersburg

St. Petersburg has a humid subtropical climate. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 88°, and January the coldest, when nights fall to around 55°. August brings the most rain, on about 25 days, while May is the sunniest, with 12.0 hours of sunshine a day. Over a whole year it rains on roughly 150 days.

St. Petersburg climate guide: monthly averages, seasons and the best time to visit

Common questions

What is the hottest month in St. Petersburg?
July, averaging 88°F (31°C) by day and 78°F (26°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 98°F (36°C).
How often does it rain in St. Petersburg?
About 150 days bring measurable precipitation, totalling 49.5 inches (1258 mm). That works out at roughly 8.4 mm on an average wet day.
Which month is coolest in St. Petersburg?
January, with highs of 68°F (20°C) and lows near 55°F (13°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to 31°F (-1°C).
Which month is wettest in St. Petersburg?
August, at 8.5 inches (216 mm) over about 25 days. March is the driest month, at 1.8 inches (45 mm).
What is the best month to go to St. Petersburg?
November to April is the sweet spot for St. Petersburg - warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Expect 74°F (23°C) in the afternoon and around 7 days of rain in a typical month of it. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in November.
How long does summer last in St. Petersburg?
Average highs hold at 30°C or above for 4 months of the year. Outside that, January pulls back to 68°F (20°C).
Does it snow in St. Petersburg?
Effectively no. The 2015-2024 record for St. Petersburg shows no regular measurable snowfall.