Does It Get Cold In Central Florida?

Yes it does get cold in Central Florida. However, the average low temperature in the coldest months is still in the 55 degree range at night and 70's during the day. Still, very rarely, but it will occasionally reach freezing temperatures.

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Winter Weather & Average Winter Temperatures

The average temperature in August is a far cry from the average winter temperatures in Central Florida. With it rarely getting below 50 f the low temperatures here seldom require a coat to be worn by a northern tourist. Locals may wear a jacket during occasional cold snaps during the winter months but rarely. Mild winters allow Florida residents to day daytime walks in a t-shirt and not even break a sweat.

Has A cold Wave Ever Brought Snow? When Was The Last Time Snow Fell Here?

Well believe it or not it does occasionally freeze enough to destroy the citrus crops. This rarely happens but it does happen enough that the farmers are prepared to deal with it. It actually snowed back in January of 1977 all over Tampa FL. Obviously the snow did not stay around long but it was quite the cultural shock.

Cooler Temperatures In Central Florida & Southern Florida

South Florida and Central Florida begin to cool off during the first part of October. The nights are no longer hot, they are pleasantly warm nights preparing you for the winter months ahead. The average high gradually shifts from the mid nineties to the mid eighties by mid October.

First Cold Front & The Coldest Month

Both Central Florida and the coastal regions will have the first cold front pass through near the first part of November. Lower humidity makes this a great time to visit the theme parks but you won't be the only one to think of that as they have year round traffic. The dew points will decrease and winter will have its lowest temperatures in January. The climate will begin to improve by the end of February and will slowly get warmer.