Glades County Climate
Glades County, Florida
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
73.4°F
Annual Precip
52.8"
Annual Snowfall
0.0"
Extreme Heat Days
117
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
10a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
8,592
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Glades County
Climate Verdict
Glades County has a hot, with an average annual temperature of 73.4°F, moderately wet with 52.8 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 116.96666666666665 days annually above 90°F, virtually no measurable snowfall. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are exceptionally mild, with January averaging 62.1°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 82.2°F. The climate is remarkably stable year-round, with only a 20°F difference between January and July. January is typically the coldest month and August the warmest.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Summer outdoor activities should be planned for early morning or evening to avoid extreme heat.
Regional Context
Glades County closely matches the Florida statewide average temperature of 71.0°F, the county experiences 24.949945912673186 more extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Glades County Weather
Tropical Warmth in South Florida
Glades County averages a balmy 73.4°F, placing it significantly higher than the national median temperature. This tropical environment maintains high humidity with 52.8 inches of annual rainfall.
Warmer Than the State Median
Glades County is warmer than the Florida average, recording 73.4°F compared to the state's 71.1°F. It ranks among the warmer southern counties of the peninsula.
Cooler Than Its Southern Neighbor
While hot, Glades is slightly cooler than neighboring Hendry County, which averages 74.0°F. Both counties share an identical 117 days of extreme heat per year.
Extreme Heat and No Snow
Residents face 117 days of temperatures at or above 90°F during summers that average 81.8°F. Winters are exceptionally mild at 64.0°F with zero inches of annual snowfall.
Gear Up for Triple-Digit Heat
High-efficiency HVAC systems are critical for managing 117 days of extreme heat. With 52.8 inches of rain concentrated in summer, residents should prepare for a wet, tropical hurricane season.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.