Leon County Climate
Leon County, Florida
Avg Annual Temp
68.2°F
Annual Precip
59.3"
Annual Snowfall
0.0"
Extreme Heat Days
115.45
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Leon County Weather
Leon County Exceeds National Climate Norms
Leon County averages 68.2°F annually, significantly outpacing the national median temperature of 54°F. The region maintains a humid subtropical profile that stays warm across all four seasons.
Cooler Than the Average Florida County
The county's 68.2°F average temperature falls below the Florida state average of 71.1°F. Its northern Panhandle location provides a break from the more intense heat found in southern Florida.
Comparing Leon to Its Northern Neighbors
Leon County is slightly warmer than neighboring Madison County, which averages 67.7°F. Both counties experience similar precipitation patterns, though Leon is slightly wetter with 59.3 inches annually.
Extreme Heat Days and Crisp Winters
The county faces 115 days of heat reaching 90°F or higher during its 82.0°F average summers. Winter brings a cooler 53.5°F average, though annual snowfall remains at a flat zero inches.
Preparing for High Rainfall and Humidity
Residents should prepare for 59.3 inches of annual rain, which is higher than the state average of 54.8 inches. Reliable cooling is essential as extreme heat persists for nearly a third of the year.
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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.