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Lakeland, 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 Lakeland, FL?
Lakeland, FL gets 56.8 in of precipitation a year over about 120 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 92°F) and January the coldest (average low 50°F).
Humid subtropical climate
Lakeland, FL has hot summers and warm winters. Daytime highs range from about 73°F in January to 92°F in August. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to February 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° | 85° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 73° | 92° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 66° | 85° |
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.
From September 2025 to August 2026 Lakeland got 41.9 in of rain, against a normal of 56.8 in for those months. July 2026 had the most, with 9.2 in.
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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. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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 estimated sunshine of 56% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 28%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 44% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. 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
These records cover LAKELAND 2 during 1995–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
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 in the available station history brought 8.9 in of precipitation, 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.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50° | 73° | 3.0 in | 7 | 68% | 46% | 88° | 23° |
| February | 53° | 76° | 2.3 in | 6 | 68% | 52% | 90° | 24° |
| March | 56° | 80° | 3.1 in | 5 | 63% | 50% | 92° | 32° |
| April | 61° | 85° | 2.8 in | 5 | 63% | 48% | 96° | 41° |
| May | 67° | 89° | 3.8 in | 8 | 62% | 56% | 97° | 51° |
| June | 72° | 91° | 8.7 in | 16 | 74% | 35% | 100° | 57° |
| July | 74° | 92° | 8.8 in | 19 | 76% | 28% | 102° | 67° |
| August | 74° | 92° | 9.1 in | 19 | 77% | 28% | 99° | 66° |
| September | 73° | 90° | 7.6 in | 15 | 78% | 34% | 97° | 61° |
| October | 67° | 86° | 3.0 in | 8 | 73% | 50% | 95° | 38° |
| November | 58° | 79° | 1.9 in | 5 | 74% | 48% | 91° | 35° |
| December | 54° | 75° | 2.6 in | 7 | 73% | 47% | 89° | 25° |
Station: LAKELAND 2, 8 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1995–2026; 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.
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?
Within the available 1995–2026 station history, 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 estimated sunshine of 56% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.