Weather in Pembroke Pines, Florida
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- TodayMay 16Thunderstorm—90°73°
- SundayMay 17Showers12%84°75°
- MondayMay 18Thunderstorm35%83°75°
- TuesdayMay 19Light Drizzle21%88°80°
- WednesdayMay 20Light Drizzle20%88°79°
- ThursdayMay 21Overcast19%90°80°
- FridayMay 22Overcast33%91°80°
- PM 2.5
- 6.6 μg/m³
- PM 10
- 8.4 μg/m³
- NO₂
- 6.2 μg/m³
- Ozone
- 72.0 μg/m³
- UV Index
- 0.0 Low
When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 10:53 AM
- Moonset
- 12:16 AM
- In sign
- ♊︎ Gemini
Flowers spill across the islands
Pembroke Pines at a glance
- Today vs. normal: 6°F below the seasonal normal for this latitude
- Last frost: January 22 (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 | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes | — |
| March | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes, tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | — |
| April | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | — |
| May | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| June | — | 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
August brings Pembroke Pines's peak warmth with a mean temperature of ~85°F, while January delivers the coolest conditions at ~68°F. Precipitation follows its own calendar, with June producing the heaviest rainfall at 8.7 inches and December offering the driest conditions at just 2.2 inches.
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68° | 2.7″ | 3 |
| February | 70° | 2.8″ | 4 |
| March | 73° | 2.7″ | 4 |
| April | 76° | 3.2″ | 4 |
| May | 80° | 5.2″ | 7 |
| June | 83° | 8.7″ | 11 |
| July | 84° | 6.8″ | 12 |
| August | 85° | 8.5″ | 12 |
| September | 83° | 8.0″ | 11 |
| October | 80° | 7.7″ | 9 |
| November | 75° | 3.6″ | 5 |
| December | 71° | 2.2″ | 5 |
Regional context
Pembroke Pines belongs to the humid subtropical climate region, sharing temperature ranges, seasonal patterns, and growing conditions with other nearby cities in this climatic zone.
Similar climates: Miami, FL, Tampa, FL, Orlando, FL, Jacksonville, FL, Cape Coral, FL.
Naturalist notes
Late May brings the peak migration of painted buntings through South Florida, their brilliant colors flashing through suburban gardens before they continue north.
By mid-May, the royal poinciana trees begin their spectacular flowering display, coating the landscape in brilliant orange-red blooms.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Pembroke Pines?
- The last spring frost in Pembroke Pines typically occurs around mid-February, while the first fall frost returns around mid-December.
- What is the rainy season in Pembroke Pines?
- June stands as the wettest month, delivering about 8.7 inches of rain on average, contributing to the city's annual total of roughly 62 inches.
- What is the warmest month in Pembroke Pines?
- August typically records the highest temperatures, with averages reaching about 85°F.
- What is the coldest month in Pembroke Pines?
- January brings the coolest temperatures, averaging about 68°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Pembroke Pines?
- Cool-season crops like peas and lettuce can be planted around the last spring frost in mid-February, while warm-season crops such as tomatoes and peppers should wait 1–2 weeks after that date.
- How many rainy days does Pembroke Pines get?
- Pembroke Pines experiences approximately 88 rainy days per year on average.
- What hardiness zone is Pembroke Pines?
- The USDA hardiness zone for Pembroke Pines depends on its lowest average winter temperature; the current zone designation can be found using the USDA's online lookup tool with the city ZIP code.
Climate
Pembroke Pines, Florida experiences a humid subtropical climate zone. Temperatures hover near 68°F in January and climb to an average of 84°F in July, creating a 16°F seasonal swing.
Annual precipitation totals approximately 62 inches, distributed across roughly 88 rainy days throughout the year.
Latitude (26.0°N), proximity to large water bodies, and elevation combine to determine what grows here, when frost threatens, and the daily weather patterns that define each season.