Weather in Fort Lauderdale
What's the weather like in Fort Lauderdale?
Fort Lauderdale has a moderate climate and heavy rainfall, especially in the wet season. Average daytime highs range from 24°C (74°F) in January to 31°C (87°F) in July, with overnight lows around 17°C (62°F) and 25°C (77°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Fort Lauderdale are January through April, and November through December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Region
- North America
- Time zone
- America/New_York
- Coordinates
- 26.122, -80.137
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C / 74°F | 17°C / 62°F | 92 mm | 17 | — |
| February | 25°C / 77°F | 19°C / 66°F | 55 mm | 18 | — |
| March | 26°C / 79°F | 19°C / 67°F | 56 mm | 18 | — |
| April | 28°C / 82°F | 21°C / 70°F | 98 mm | 21 | — |
| May | 29°C / 83°F | 23°C / 73°F | 161 mm | 24 | — |
| June | 30°C / 85°F | 24°C / 76°F | 225 mm | 29 | — |
| July | 31°C / 87°F | 25°C / 77°F | 179 mm | 29 | — |
| August | 31°C / 87°F | 25°C / 77°F | 217 mm | 29 | — |
| September | 30°C / 86°F | 25°C / 76°F | 243 mm | 28 | — |
| October | 28°C / 83°F | 23°C / 74°F | 148 mm | 25 | — |
| November | 26°C / 79°F | 21°C / 69°F | 110 mm | 22 | — |
| December | 25°C / 77°F | 19°C / 66°F | 82 mm | 17 | — |
Fort Lauderdale by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
Atlantic hurricane season runs June–November (peak August–October). Tropical storms and hurricanes are possible — peak risk is August–October.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Fort Lauderdale?
The most comfortable months in Fort Lauderdale are usually January, February, December, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Fort Lauderdale?
August is typically the hottest month in Fort Lauderdale, averaging a high of 31°C (87°F).
What is the coldest month in Fort Lauderdale?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 17°C (62°F).
Does it snow in Fort Lauderdale?
Snow is rare in Fort Lauderdale; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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