Weather in St. Petersburg (FL)
What's the weather like in St. Petersburg (FL)?
St. Petersburg (FL) has a moderate climate and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 20°C (68°F) in January to 31°C (88°F) in July, with overnight lows around 13°C (55°F) and 26°C (78°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit St. Petersburg (FL) are January through April, and November through December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Region
- North America
- Time zone
- America/New_York
- Coordinates
- 27.768, -82.640
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C / 68°F | 13°C / 55°F | 70 mm | 12 | — |
| February | 23°C / 73°F | 15°C / 59°F | 48 mm | 12 | — |
| March | 25°C / 76°F | 17°C / 62°F | 44 mm | 11 | — |
| April | 27°C / 81°F | 20°C / 67°F | 62 mm | 14 | — |
| May | 30°C / 86°F | 22°C / 72°F | 92 mm | 18 | — |
| June | 31°C / 87°F | 25°C / 76°F | 150 mm | 26 | — |
| July | 31°C / 88°F | 26°C / 78°F | 163 mm | 30 | — |
| August | 31°C / 88°F | 26°C / 78°F | 197 mm | 30 | — |
| September | 30°C / 86°F | 24°C / 76°F | 150 mm | 26 | — |
| October | 28°C / 83°F | 22°C / 71°F | 55 mm | 16 | — |
| November | 25°C / 77°F | 18°C / 64°F | 55 mm | 12 | — |
| December | 23°C / 73°F | 16°C / 60°F | 76 mm | 10 | — |
St. Petersburg (FL) 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 St. Petersburg (FL)?
The most comfortable months in St. Petersburg (FL) 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 St. Petersburg (FL)?
July is typically the hottest month in St. Petersburg (FL), averaging a high of 31°C (88°F).
What is the coldest month in St. Petersburg (FL)?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 13°C (55°F).
Does it snow in St. Petersburg (FL)?
Snow is rare in St. Petersburg (FL); the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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