Fort Lauderdale, FL Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Fort Lauderdale get?

Fort Lauderdale gets 64.3 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 119 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 78% of the US.

September is the wettest month, with 9.3 in. January is the driest, with 2.5 in. September has the most rainy days, about 14.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 25 days, to November 30, 2024.

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Fort Lauderdale weather by month

Fort Lauderdale weather in January

In January, Fort Lauderdale averages a high of 76°F and a low of 60°F. It gets 2.5 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The January record high is 90°F (2026) and the record low is 35°F (2010). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Fort Lauderdale weather in February

In February, Fort Lauderdale averages a high of 78°F and a low of 62°F. It gets 3.3 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The February record high is 90°F (2026) and the record low is 36°F (2009). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Fort Lauderdale weather in March

In March, Fort Lauderdale averages a high of 80°F and a low of 64°F. It gets 3.2 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The March record high is 92°F (2001) and the record low is 40°F (2010). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Fort Lauderdale weather in April

In April, Fort Lauderdale averages a high of 83°F and a low of 68°F. It gets 3.5 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The April record high is 97°F (2015) and the record low is 51°F (2009).

Fort Lauderdale weather in May

In May, Fort Lauderdale averages a high of 85°F and a low of 72°F. It gets 6.3 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The May record high is 97°F (2026) and the record low is 57°F (1999).

Fort Lauderdale weather in June

In June, Fort Lauderdale averages a high of 88°F and a low of 75°F. It gets 8.0 in of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The June record high is 98°F (2024) and the record low is 68°F (2009).

Fort Lauderdale weather in July

In July, Fort Lauderdale averages a high of 90°F and a low of 76°F. It gets 6.0 in of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The July record high is 101°F (2026) and the record low is 70°F (2011).

Fort Lauderdale weather in August

In August, Fort Lauderdale averages a high of 90°F and a low of 77°F. It gets 7.3 in of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The August record high is 101°F (2026) and the record low is 70°F (2011).

Fort Lauderdale weather in September

In September, Fort Lauderdale averages a high of 89°F and a low of 76°F. It gets 9.3 in of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The September record high is 96°F (2025) and the record low is 69°F (2001).

Fort Lauderdale weather in October

In October, Fort Lauderdale averages a high of 86°F and a low of 74°F. It gets 7.7 in of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The October record high is 94°F (2023) and the record low is 52°F (2017).

Fort Lauderdale weather in November

In November, Fort Lauderdale averages a high of 81°F and a low of 68°F. It gets 4.2 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The November record high is 92°F (2016) and the record low is 44°F (2006).

Fort Lauderdale weather in December

In December, Fort Lauderdale averages a high of 78°F and a low of 64°F. It gets 3.0 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The December record high is 88°F (2025) and the record low is 35°F (2010). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Fort Lauderdale

February is the sunniest month in Fort Lauderdale, with sunshine about 55% of daylight hours. August is the cloudiest, at 27%. Over the year the sun shines about 42% of daylight hours. Fort Lauderdale is cloudier than 78% of the US.

Humidity peaks in June at 80% and is lowest in March at 71%.

Fort Lauderdale has about 67 days a year above 90°F. Fort Lauderdale is hotter than 78% of the US.

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Fort Lauderdale weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Fort Lauderdale station is 101°F, on July 31, 2026. The coldest is 35°F, on January 10, 2010.

The wettest day on record brought 9.6 in of rain, on April 13, 2023.

The best time to visit Fort Lauderdale

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and December, when daytime highs sit near 78°F.

Winter (December–February) is warm, with average highs around 77°F and lows near 62°F.

Spring (March–May) is hot, with average highs around 83°F and lows near 68°F.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 89°F and lows near 76°F. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is hot, with average highs around 85°F and lows near 73°F.

Fort Lauderdale climate questions

How much rain does Fort Lauderdale get?

Fort Lauderdale gets 64.3 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 119 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Fort Lauderdale?

September is the wettest month in Fort Lauderdale, with 9.3 in. January is the driest, with 2.5 in.

How many rainy days does Fort Lauderdale have a year?

Fort Lauderdale has about 119 days with measurable rain in an average year. September has the most, about 14.

What is the hottest month in Fort Lauderdale?

July is the warmest month in Fort Lauderdale, with an average high of 90°F.

What is the coldest month in Fort Lauderdale?

January is the coldest month in Fort Lauderdale, with an average low of 60°F.

What is the record high temperature in Fort Lauderdale?

The record high at the Fort Lauderdale station is 101°F, set on July 31, 2026. The record low is 35°F, on January 10, 2010.

What is the sunniest month in Fort Lauderdale?

February is the sunniest month in Fort Lauderdale, with sunshine about 55% of daylight hours. August is the cloudiest.

What is the best time to visit Fort Lauderdale?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and December, when daytime highs sit near 78°F.