Gilchrist County Climate
Gilchrist County, Florida
Avg Annual Temp
67.7°F
Annual Precip
54.4"
Annual Snowfall
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Extreme Heat Days
71.8
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Gilchrist County Weather
Subtropical Warmth Above National Norms
Gilchrist County’s annual average of 67.7°F sits well above the national median, typical for the American Southeast. Its 54.4 inches of annual precipitation is roughly in line with the Florida state average.
Cooler Than the State Average
With an average temperature of 67.7°F, Gilchrist is several degrees cooler than the statewide average of 71.1°F. It ranks in the lower tier of Florida counties for annual warmth.
Balanced Heat Among Northern Neighbors
Gilchrist shares an identical 67.7°F average with Hamilton County but experiences 20 fewer extreme heat days. It is also slightly drier than Gadsden County to its west.
Seventy-Two Days of High Heat
Summer temperatures average 80.0°F, punctuated by 72 days where the thermometer hits 90°F or higher. Winters are temperate at 54.4°F, though official snowfall records for the area are not available.
Plan for Long, Humid Summers
The 72 days of extreme heat require efficient cooling systems and indoor planning during July afternoons. Outdoor enthusiasts should take advantage of the mild 54.4°F winter average for strenuous activities.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.