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Gainesville, 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 Gainesville, FL?
Gainesville, FL gets 48.3 in of precipitation a year over about 114 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 91°F) and January the coldest (average low 43°F).
Humid subtropical climate
Gainesville, FL has hot summers and warm winters. Daytime highs range from about 67°F in January to 91°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 72°F.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 45° | 69° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 56° | 82° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 71° | 91° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 60° | 82° |
How much rain does Gainesville get?
Gainesville gets 48.3 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 114 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 73% of the US.
June is the wettest month, with 7.6 in. November is the driest, with 1.8 in. August has the most rainy days, about 16.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 35 days, to December 1, 2025.
From September 2025 to August 2026 Gainesville got 41.8 in of rain, against a normal of 48.3 in for those months. August 2026 had the most, with 13.9 in.
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Gainesville weather by month
Gainesville weather in January
In January, Gainesville averages a high of 67°F and a low of 43°F. It gets 3.3 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 86°F (2023) and the record low is 10°F (1985). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Gainesville weather in February
In February, Gainesville averages a high of 71°F and a low of 46°F. It gets 2.7 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 91°F (2019) and the record low is 18°F (1996). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Gainesville weather in March
In March, Gainesville averages a high of 76°F and a low of 50°F. It gets 3.5 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 93°F (2020) and the record low is 25°F (2017). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Gainesville weather in April
In April, Gainesville averages a high of 82°F and a low of 56°F. It gets 2.7 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 96°F (2011) and the record low is 33°F (2003).
Gainesville weather in May
In May, Gainesville averages a high of 87°F and a low of 63°F. It gets 3.1 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 102°F (2019) and the record low is 42°F (1992).
Gainesville weather in June
In June, Gainesville averages a high of 90°F and a low of 70°F. It gets 7.6 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 103°F (2011) and the record low is 50°F (1984).
Gainesville weather in July
In July, Gainesville averages a high of 91°F and a low of 72°F. It gets 6.7 in of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 100°F (2025) and the record low is 61°F (2006).
Gainesville weather in August
In August, Gainesville averages a high of 91°F and a low of 72°F. It gets 6.4 in of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 33% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 100°F (2011) and the record low is 61°F (2002).
Gainesville weather in September
In September, Gainesville averages a high of 88°F and a low of 69°F. It gets 5.0 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 97°F (2020) and the record low is 52°F (1993).
Gainesville weather in October
In October, Gainesville averages a high of 82°F and a low of 61°F. It gets 2.7 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 55% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 93°F (2009) and the record low is 32°F (2008).
Gainesville weather in November
In November, Gainesville averages a high of 75°F and a low of 51°F. It gets 1.8 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 91°F (2015) and the record low is 24°F (2014). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Gainesville weather in December
In December, Gainesville averages a high of 69°F and a low of 46°F. It gets 2.9 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 86°F (2016) and the record low is 16°F (1989). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Gainesville
October is the sunniest month in Gainesville, with estimated sunshine of 55% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 30%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 43% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Gainesville is cloudier than 72% of the US.
Humidity peaks in July at 78% and is lowest in April at 65%.
Wind averages 6 mph over the year, and March is the windiest month at 7 mph.
Gainesville has about 91 days a year above 90°F. Gainesville is hotter than 89% of the US.
Thunderstorms occur on about 74 days a year.
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First and last freeze in Gainesville
The first fall freeze in Gainesville typically comes around December 2, and the last spring freeze around February 28. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 277 days.
Gainesville weather records
These records cover GAINESVILLE RGNL AP during 1984–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Gainesville station is 103°F, on June 15, 2011. The coldest is 10°F, on January 21, 1985.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 7.0 in of precipitation, on June 24, 2012.
32 all-time records have been set at the station since 1984.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°F per decade since 1984.
The best time to visit Gainesville
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 72°F.
Winter (December–February) is warm, with average highs around 69°F and lows near 45°F.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 82°F and lows near 56°F.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 91°F and lows near 71°F. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 82°F and lows near 60°F.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Wind | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43° | 67° | 3.3 in | 8 | 6 mph | 70% | 47% | 86° | 10° |
| February | 46° | 71° | 2.7 in | 7 | 7 mph | 71% | 46% | 91° | 18° |
| March | 50° | 76° | 3.5 in | 7 | 7 mph | 67% | 46% | 93° | 25° |
| April | 56° | 82° | 2.7 in | 6 | 7 mph | 65% | 45% | 96° | 33° |
| May | 63° | 87° | 3.1 in | 7 | 6 mph | 67% | 51% | 102° | 42° |
| June | 70° | 90° | 7.6 in | 15 | 6 mph | 73% | 36% | 103° | 50° |
| July | 72° | 91° | 6.7 in | 16 | 5 mph | 78% | 30% | 100° | 61° |
| August | 72° | 91° | 6.4 in | 16 | 5 mph | 78% | 33% | 100° | 61° |
| September | 69° | 88° | 5.0 in | 11 | 5 mph | 78% | 36% | 97° | 52° |
| October | 61° | 82° | 2.7 in | 7 | 6 mph | 72% | 55% | 93° | 32° |
| November | 51° | 75° | 1.8 in | 6 | 6 mph | 74% | 46% | 91° | 24° |
| December | 46° | 69° | 2.9 in | 7 | 6 mph | 75% | 48% | 86° | 16° |
Station: GAINESVILLE RGNL AP, 7 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1984–2026; 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.
Gainesville climate questions
How much rain does Gainesville get?
Gainesville gets 48.3 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 114 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Gainesville?
June is the wettest month in Gainesville, with 7.6 in. November is the driest, with 1.8 in.
How many rainy days does Gainesville have a year?
Gainesville has about 114 days with measurable rain in an average year. August has the most, about 16.
What is the hottest month in Gainesville?
July is the warmest month in Gainesville, with an average high of 91°F.
What is the coldest month in Gainesville?
January is the coldest month in Gainesville, with an average low of 43°F.
What is the record high temperature in Gainesville?
Within the available 1984–2026 station history, the record high at the Gainesville station is 103°F, set on June 15, 2011. The record low is 10°F, on January 21, 1985.
What is the sunniest month in Gainesville?
October is the sunniest month in Gainesville, with estimated sunshine of 55% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Gainesville?
The first fall freeze in Gainesville typically comes around December 2. The last spring freeze is around February 28.
What is the best time to visit Gainesville?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 72°F.