Lakeland, FL Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Lakeland get?

Lakeland gets 56.8 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 120 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 78% of the US.

August is the wettest month, with 9.1 in. November is the driest, with 1.9 in. July has the most rainy days, about 19.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 29 days, to May 10, 2024.

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Lakeland weather by month

Lakeland weather in January

In January, Lakeland averages a high of 73°F and a low of 50°F. It gets 3.0 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The January record high is 88°F (2026) and the record low is 23°F (2010). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lakeland weather in February

In February, Lakeland averages a high of 76°F and a low of 53°F. It gets 2.3 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The February record high is 90°F (2025) and the record low is 24°F (2026). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lakeland weather in March

In March, Lakeland averages a high of 80°F and a low of 56°F. It gets 3.1 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The March record high is 92°F (2021) and the record low is 32°F (1996).

Lakeland weather in April

In April, Lakeland averages a high of 85°F and a low of 61°F. It gets 2.8 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The April record high is 96°F (2017) and the record low is 41°F (2000).

Lakeland weather in May

In May, Lakeland averages a high of 89°F and a low of 67°F. It gets 3.8 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The May record high is 97°F (2026) and the record low is 51°F (1999).

Lakeland weather in June

In June, Lakeland averages a high of 91°F and a low of 72°F. It gets 8.7 in of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The June record high is 100°F (2024) and the record low is 57°F (2013).

Lakeland weather in July

In July, Lakeland averages a high of 92°F and a low of 74°F. It gets 8.8 in of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The July record high is 102°F (2010) and the record low is 67°F (2007).

Lakeland weather in August

In August, Lakeland averages a high of 92°F and a low of 74°F. It gets 9.1 in of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The August record high is 99°F (2023) and the record low is 66°F (1997).

Lakeland weather in September

In September, Lakeland averages a high of 90°F and a low of 73°F. It gets 7.6 in of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The September record high is 97°F (2019) and the record low is 61°F (2006).

Lakeland weather in October

In October, Lakeland averages a high of 86°F and a low of 67°F. It gets 3.0 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The October record high is 95°F (2009) and the record low is 38°F (2008).

Lakeland weather in November

In November, Lakeland averages a high of 79°F and a low of 58°F. It gets 1.9 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The November record high is 91°F (2019) and the record low is 35°F (2025). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lakeland weather in December

In December, Lakeland averages a high of 75°F and a low of 54°F. It gets 2.6 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The December record high is 89°F (2016) and the record low is 25°F (2010). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Lakeland

May is the sunniest month in Lakeland, with sunshine about 56% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 28%. Over the year the sun shines about 44% of daylight hours. Lakeland is cloudier than 71% of the US.

Humidity peaks in September at 78% and is lowest in May at 62%.

Lakeland has about 116 days a year above 90°F. Lakeland is hotter than 97% of the US.

Thunderstorms occur on about 10 days a year.

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Lakeland weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Lakeland station is 102°F, on July 28, 2010. The coldest is 23°F, on January 11, 2010.

The wettest day on record brought 8.9 in of rain, on October 10, 2024.

28 all-time records have been set at the station since 1995.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +1.1°F per decade since 1996.

The best time to visit Lakeland

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to February and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 76°F.

Winter (December–February) is warm, with average highs around 75°F and lows near 52°F.

Spring (March–May) is hot, with average highs around 85°F and lows near 61°F.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 92°F and lows near 73°F. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is hot, with average highs around 85°F and lows near 66°F.

Lakeland climate questions

How much rain does Lakeland get?

Lakeland gets 56.8 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 120 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Lakeland?

August is the wettest month in Lakeland, with 9.1 in. November is the driest, with 1.9 in.

How many rainy days does Lakeland have a year?

Lakeland has about 120 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 19.

What is the hottest month in Lakeland?

July is the warmest month in Lakeland, with an average high of 92°F.

What is the coldest month in Lakeland?

January is the coldest month in Lakeland, with an average low of 50°F.

What is the record high temperature in Lakeland?

The record high at the Lakeland station is 102°F, set on July 28, 2010. The record low is 23°F, on January 11, 2010.

What is the sunniest month in Lakeland?

May is the sunniest month in Lakeland, with sunshine about 56% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

What is the best time to visit Lakeland?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to February and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 76°F.