Lee County Climate
Lee County, Florida
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
75.2°F
Annual Precip
55.4"
Annual Snowfall
—
Extreme Heat Days
120
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
10b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
9,210
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Lee County
Climate Verdict
Lee County has a hot, with an average annual temperature of 75.2°F, very wet conditions receiving 55.4 inches of precipitation annually, significant summer heat with 119.69999999999999 days annually above 90°F. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are exceptionally mild, with January averaging 64.7°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 83.0°F. The climate is remarkably stable year-round, with only a 18°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
Lee County is 4.2°F warmer than the Florida statewide average of 71.0°F, the county experiences 27.68327924600652 more extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Lee County Weather
Lee County Surpasses National Temperature Medians
The county's average annual temperature of 75.2°F sits more than 20 degrees above the national median of 54°F. This subtropical climate reflects some of the warmest year-round conditions in the United States.
A Warm Leader in the Sunshine State
Lee County stays significantly warmer than the Florida state average of 71.1°F. Its 75.2°F average places it among the highest-ranking counties for heat in the southern peninsula.
Warmer Shores than Northern Neighbors
At 75.2°F, Lee County is warmer than Manatee County to the north, which averages 73.2°F. Both regions share a Gulf Coast influence that keeps humidity high and temperatures stable.
Lengthy Summers and Non-Existent Winters
Residents endure 120 days of extreme heat above 90°F, while winter averages remain a balmy 66.3°F. Although snowfall records are unavailable for this area, frozen precipitation is historically rare.
Managing Extreme Heat and Seasonal Rain
Homeowners should maintain robust HVAC systems to handle 120 days of 90-degree heat. Planning outdoor events requires attention to the 55.4 inches of annual rain, most of which falls during summer.
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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.