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Brandon, FL Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Brandon, FL?
Brandon, FL gets 56.1 in of precipitation a year over about 122 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 92°F) and January the coldest (average low 50°F).
Humid subtropical climate
Brandon, FL has hot summers and warm winters. Daytime highs range from about 73°F in January to 92°F in July. June is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 76°F.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 52° | 75° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 61° | 84° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 73° | 91° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 65° | 85° |
How much rain does Brandon get?
Brandon gets 56.1 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 122 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 80% of the US.
June is the wettest month, with 9.7 in. November is the driest, with 1.8 in. July has the most rainy days, about 18.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 32 days, to November 13, 2023.
From September 2025 to August 2026 Brandon got 42.0 in of rain, against a normal of 56.1 in for those months. July 2026 had the most, with 9.0 in.
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Brandon weather by month
Brandon weather in January
In January, Brandon averages a high of 73°F and a low of 50°F. It gets 3.0 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 89°F (2020) and the record low is 17°F (1981). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Brandon weather in February
In February, Brandon averages a high of 76°F and a low of 53°F. It gets 2.3 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 93°F (2025) and the record low is 25°F (2026). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Brandon weather in March
In March, Brandon averages a high of 80°F and a low of 56°F. It gets 2.8 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 96°F (2020) and the record low is 24°F (1980). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Brandon weather in April
In April, Brandon averages a high of 84°F and a low of 61°F. It gets 2.9 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 97°F (2017) and the record low is 35°F (1987).
Brandon weather in May
In May, Brandon averages a high of 89°F and a low of 67°F. It gets 4.0 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 101°F (2024) and the record low is 43°F (1992).
Brandon weather in June
In June, Brandon averages a high of 91°F and a low of 72°F. It gets 9.7 in of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 102°F (1985) and the record low is 49°F (1984).
Brandon weather in July
In July, Brandon averages a high of 92°F and a low of 73°F. It gets 8.7 in of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 103°F (2023) and the record low is 59°F (2000).
Brandon weather in August
In August, Brandon averages a high of 92°F and a low of 74°F. It gets 8.8 in of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 29% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 104°F (2023) and the record low is 63°F (1973).
Brandon weather in September
In September, Brandon averages a high of 90°F and a low of 72°F. It gets 7.0 in of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 100°F (2022) and the record low is 55°F (1981).
Brandon weather in October
In October, Brandon averages a high of 85°F and a low of 66°F. It gets 2.6 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 98°F (2021) and the record low is 38°F (2008).
Brandon weather in November
In November, Brandon averages a high of 79°F and a low of 58°F. It gets 1.8 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 94°F (2023) and the record low is 21°F (1970). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Brandon weather in December
In December, Brandon averages a high of 75°F and a low of 53°F. It gets 2.5 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 90°F (2018) and the record low is 18°F (1995). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Brandon
May is the sunniest month in Brandon, with estimated sunshine of 57% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 27%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 44% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Brandon is cloudier than 65% of the US.
Humidity peaks in September at 77% and is lowest in May at 63%.
Brandon has about 116 days a year above 90°F. Brandon is hotter than 97% of the US.
Thunderstorms occur on about 3 days a year.
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First and last freeze in Brandon
The first fall freeze in Brandon typically comes around December 11, and the last spring freeze around February 9. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 305 days.
Brandon weather records
These records cover PLANT CITY during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Brandon station is 104°F, on August 8, 2023. The coldest is 17°F, on January 13, 1981.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 9.7 in of precipitation, on October 10, 2024.
32 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.7°F per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Brandon
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March 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 84°F and lows near 61°F.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 91°F and lows near 73°F. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is hot, with average highs around 85°F and lows near 65°F.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50° | 73° | 3.0 in | 8 | 68% | 46% | 89° | 17° |
| February | 53° | 76° | 2.3 in | 7 | 68% | 53% | 93° | 25° |
| March | 56° | 80° | 2.8 in | 6 | 64% | 51% | 96° | 24° |
| April | 61° | 84° | 2.9 in | 6 | 64% | 49% | 97° | 35° |
| May | 67° | 89° | 4.0 in | 8 | 63% | 57% | 101° | 43° |
| June | 72° | 91° | 9.7 in | 15 | 73% | 36% | 102° | 49° |
| July | 73° | 92° | 8.7 in | 18 | 75% | 27% | 103° | 59° |
| August | 74° | 92° | 8.8 in | 18 | 75% | 29% | 104° | 63° |
| September | 72° | 90° | 7.0 in | 14 | 77% | 34% | 100° | 55° |
| October | 66° | 85° | 2.6 in | 8 | 72% | 51% | 98° | 38° |
| November | 58° | 79° | 1.8 in | 6 | 72% | 50% | 94° | 21° |
| December | 53° | 75° | 2.5 in | 8 | 72% | 48% | 90° | 18° |
Station: PLANT CITY, 17 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Brandon climate questions
How much rain does Brandon get?
Brandon gets 56.1 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 122 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Brandon?
June is the wettest month in Brandon, with 9.7 in. November is the driest, with 1.8 in.
How many rainy days does Brandon have a year?
Brandon has about 122 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 18.
What is the hottest month in Brandon?
July is the warmest month in Brandon, with an average high of 92°F.
What is the coldest month in Brandon?
January is the coldest month in Brandon, with an average low of 50°F.
What is the record high temperature in Brandon?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Brandon station is 104°F, set on August 8, 2023. The record low is 17°F, on January 13, 1981.
What is the sunniest month in Brandon?
May is the sunniest month in Brandon, with estimated sunshine of 57% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Brandon?
The first fall freeze in Brandon typically comes around December 11. The last spring freeze is around February 9.
What is the best time to visit Brandon?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 76°F.