Weather in Leesburg, Florida
Roses open on the Piedmont edge. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
- TodayMay 17Overcast29%94°75°
- MondayMay 18Overcast—93°73°
- TuesdayMay 19Light Drizzle21%93°71°
- WednesdayMay 20Showers25%95°71°
- ThursdayMay 21Overcast30%95°71°
- FridayMay 22Overcast39%94°73°
- SaturdayMay 23Overcast52%97°73°
- PM 2.5
- 5.3 μg/m³
- PM 10
- 6.8 μg/m³
- NO₂
- 4.2 μg/m³
- Ozone
- 62.0 μg/m³
- UV Index
- 0.0 Low
When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 10:52 AM
- Moonset
- 12:30 AM
- In sign
- ♊︎ Gemini
Roses open on the Piedmont edge
Leesburg at a glance
- Today vs. normal: 6°F below the seasonal normal for this latitude
- Last frost: February 8 (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 Leesburg's warmest temperatures (~83°F mean) while January delivers the coldest (~59°F). Rainfall reaches its peak in June (7.0 inches) and drops to its lowest point in November (1.8 inches).
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59° | 2.5″ | 4 |
| February | 63° | 2.1″ | 4 |
| March | 67° | 3.2″ | 4 |
| April | 72° | 2.0″ | 4 |
| May | 78° | 2.7″ | 4 |
| June | 82° | 7.0″ | 11 |
| July | 83° | 5.9″ | 11 |
| August | 83° | 6.6″ | 10 |
| September | 81° | 5.2″ | 8 |
| October | 75° | 2.6″ | 4 |
| November | 67° | 1.8″ | 3 |
| December | 62° | 2.2″ | 4 |
Regional context
Leesburg falls within a humid subtropical climate region that encompasses nearby cities with similar temperature ranges, seasonal patterns, and growing conditions.
Similar climates: Miami, FL, Tampa, FL, Orlando, FL, Jacksonville, FL, Cape Coral, FL.
Naturalist notes
Late May brings the return of Mississippi Kites to central Florida, their distinctive white heads visible as they soar over open areas hunting insects.
Southern Magnolia trees typically begin their second flush of blooming in late May, filling the air with their distinctive lemony fragrance.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Leesburg?
- Leesburg's last spring frost typically falls around mid-February, and the first fall frost arrives around mid-December.
- What is the rainy season in Leesburg?
- June is the wettest month with about 7.0 inches of rain on average; the city receives roughly 44 inches annually.
- What is the warmest month in Leesburg?
- August is typically warmest, averaging about 83°F.
- What is the coldest month in Leesburg?
- January is typically coldest, averaging about 59°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Leesburg?
- Cool-season crops (peas, lettuce) can be sown around the last spring frost (mid-February); warm-season crops (tomatoes, peppers) wait until 1–2 weeks after.
- How many rainy days does Leesburg get?
- Leesburg averages about 70 rainy days per year.
- What hardiness zone is Leesburg?
- Leesburg's USDA hardiness zone is determined by its lowest average winter temperature; check the USDA's online lookup with the city ZIP for the current zone designation.
Climate
Leesburg, Florida experiences a humid subtropical climate zone. January temperatures hover near 59°F while July averages 83°F — a 24°F seasonal swing.
Throughout the year, Leesburg receives about 44 inches of precipitation spread over roughly 70 rainy days.
Several factors determine the local weather patterns: latitude (28.8°N), proximity to large water bodies, and elevation. These elements influence what grows here, when frost is likely, and the daily weather story.