July, situated at the heart of
Florida's summer, is known for its sweltering heat and high humidity. In the northern regions, cities like Tallahassee and Jacksonville usually experience temperatures between 72°F (22.2°C) and 85°F (29.4°C). The southern parts, including prominent areas like Miami and Key West, face even higher temperatures, ranging from 82°F (27.8°C) to 89°F (31.7°C).
Relative to
June, July consistently maintains high temperatures, often registering as the hottest month of the year for many parts of Florida. The prolonged daylight hours paired with warm and muggy nights firmly root July in the summer season, providing little to no break from the persistent heat.
By now, any vestiges of cooler weather, such as snow or frost, are distant memories. The mornings predominantly showcase clear skies, but the heat's intensity usually leads to cumulus cloud formations as the day progresses.
July is synonymous with regular and intense rainfall. The pattern of brief, yet heavy, afternoon thunderstorms persists, saturating many parts of the state. Accompanied by vivid lightning displays, these storms contribute substantially to Florida's annual precipitation. In fact, July contends with
August for the title of the rainiest month in Florida. Additionally, the Atlantic hurricane season is in full swing, making Florida vigilant for potential storm threats, though the highest risks are often in the subsequent months.
Despite the rain and potential storms, July also presents numerous sunlit hours, making it a favorite for tourists seeking the quintessential Florida beach experience, albeit with a side of afternoon showers.
- Miami - July »
On the first day of July in Miami, Florida, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. July in Miami, Florida brings the height of summer with it, accompanied by hot days and frequent afternoon rain showers. - Lake Buena Vista - July »
With an average of 10.6h of sunshine, July has the most sunshine of the year in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. In Lake Buena Vista, during July, the rain falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. - Orlando - July »
In Orlando during July, the rain falls for 24.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of precipitation. On the last day of July, in Orlando, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT. - Tampa - July »
The month with the most rainfall in Tampa is July, when the rain falls for 25.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5.67" (144mm) of precipitation. On the first day of July in Tampa sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 8:30 pm. - Jacksonville - July »
In Jacksonville the warmest period comes during July and August, when the average high-temperature touches 91.4°F (33°C). The month with the most sunshine in Jacksonville is July, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine. - Tallahassee - July »
In July, Tallahassee continues to embrace the heat, making it one of the hottest months of the year. In Tallahassee, in July, during 27.1 rainfall days, 5.2" (132mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. - Fort Lauderdale - July »
In Fort Lauderdale, July nights experience a modest descent in temperature from daily peaks, cooling down to an average of 81.3°F (27.4°C). July, with an average maximum temperature of 86.9°F (30.5°C), is the height of summer in Fort Lauderdale. - Gainesville - July »
The month with the most rainfall in Gainesville is July, when the rain falls for 20.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation. The month with the most sunshine in Gainesville, Florida, is July, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine. - Sarasota - July »
In Sarasota, Florida, in July, during 26.2 rainfall days, 5.94" (151mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sarasota, during July, the rain falls for 26.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.94" (151mm) of precipitation. - Naples - July »
On the first day of July in Naples sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:23 pm. May and July, with an average of 11.1h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Naples, Florida. - Pensacola - July »
The month with the most rainfall in Pensacola, Florida, is July, when the rain falls for 19.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. July is the warmest month in Pensacola, with the temperature spectrum from 77.5°F (25.3°C) to 90.1°F (32.3°C), typically resulting in the highest use of air conditioning. - Daytona Beach - July »
By the time July arrives in Daytona Beach, it sees elevated humidity levels, reaching a yearly peak of 77%. In Daytona Beach, Florida, in July, it is raining for 24.8 days, with typically 5.2" (132mm) of accumulated precipitation.