Weather in Jacksonville, Florida
Roses open on the Piedmont edge. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
- TodayMay 16Overcast—88°67°
- SundayMay 17Overcast—89°74°
- MondayMay 18Partly Cloudy—87°70°
- TuesdayMay 19Partly Cloudy—90°72°
- WednesdayMay 20Light Drizzle13%92°73°
- ThursdayMay 21Light Drizzle17%94°72°
- FridayMay 22Partly Cloudy44%91°74°
- PM 2.5
- 11.7 μg/m³
- PM 10
- 16.9 μg/m³
- NO₂
- 4.4 μg/m³
- Ozone
- 97.0 μg/m³
- UV Index
- 0.0 Low
When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 10:47 AM
- Moonset
- 12:33 AM
- In sign
- ♊︎ Gemini
Roses open on the Piedmont edge
Jacksonville at a glance
- Today vs. normal: 4°F below the seasonal normal for this latitude
- Last frost: February 17 (climatological average for this latitude)
- Microseason: 28 of 72, May 16–20
- Planting window: Direct sow okra, melons, and southern peas. Thin carrot rows.
Right now in the garden
Peak growing season
As of May 17, the growing season is at its peak — frost is months away. Continue succession-planting beans and summer squash. Start fall brassicas (broccoli, cabbage, kale) from seed indoors for transplanting in late summer.
Planting calendar
| Month | Plant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | — |
| February | — | — |
| March | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes | — |
| April | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes, tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | — |
| May | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| June | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| July | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| August | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| September | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| October | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | winter squash, tomatoes (last) |
| November | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | — |
| December | — | — |
A year in weather
July brings Jacksonville's peak heat with average temperatures around 84°F, while January delivers the year's coldest conditions at roughly 56°F. Precipitation follows its own calendar, with June bringing the heaviest rains at 7.3 inches and November marking the driest period at just 2.0 inches.
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56° | 2.9″ | 5 |
| February | 60° | 2.3″ | 5 |
| March | 65° | 3.1″ | 6 |
| April | 71° | 2.4″ | 4 |
| May | 78° | 3.2″ | 5 |
| June | 82° | 7.3″ | 10 |
| July | 84° | 6.0″ | 10 |
| August | 84° | 6.3″ | 10 |
| September | 81° | 6.1″ | 8 |
| October | 74° | 3.5″ | 5 |
| November | 65° | 2.0″ | 4 |
| December | 59° | 2.5″ | 4 |
Regional context
Jacksonville falls within the humid subtropical climate region, sharing temperature ranges, seasonal rhythms, and growing conditions with other cities in this climate zone.
Similar climates: Miami, FL, Tampa, FL, Orlando, FL, Cape Coral, FL, Palm Bay, FL.
Naturalist notes
May brings the peak migration of painted buntings through Jacksonville's coastal areas, with males displaying their brilliant blue heads and red underparts.
Late spring sees southern magnolia trees reaching full bloom across the city, their large white flowers releasing their characteristic lemony fragrance.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Jacksonville?
- Jacksonville typically sees its last spring frost around mid-March, while the first fall frost usually arrives around mid-December.
- What is the rainy season in Jacksonville?
- June stands as the wettest month, delivering about 7.3 inches of rain on average, contributing to the city's annual total of roughly 48 inches.
- What is the warmest month in Jacksonville?
- July typically records the highest temperatures, with averages around 84°F.
- What is the coldest month in Jacksonville?
- January usually brings the coldest weather, averaging about 56°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Jacksonville?
- Cool-season crops like peas and lettuce can be planted around the last spring frost in mid-March, while warm-season crops such as tomatoes and peppers should wait 1–2 weeks after.
- How many rainy days does Jacksonville get?
- Jacksonville experiences about 76 rainy days per year on average.
- What hardiness zone is Jacksonville?
- Jacksonville's USDA hardiness zone depends on its lowest average winter temperatures; the USDA's online lookup tool using the city ZIP code provides the current zone designation.
Climate
Jacksonville, Florida experiences a humid subtropical climate zone. Winter temperatures in January typically hover near 56°F, while summer heat in July averages 84°F — creating a 28°F seasonal swing.
Throughout the year, Jacksonville collects about 48 inches of precipitation distributed across roughly 76 rainy days.
Weather patterns here follow the city's latitude at 30.3°N, its proximity to large water bodies, and local elevation — factors that determine what plants thrive, when frost threatens, and how daily weather unfolds.