Who else loves the sound of a good thunderstorm? ⛈️💤
⚠️ : Florida leads the U.S. in lightning fatalities (7 per year average). If you hear thunder, go indoors immediately. rainy months in florida
| Month | Avg. Rainfall (inches) | Avg. Rainy Days (>0.01") | Typical Pattern | |-------------|------------------------|--------------------------|-----------------------------------------------| | | 3.5 – 4.5 | 8 – 10 | Afternoon storms begin last week of May | | June | 6.5 – 8.0 | 14 – 16 | Peak afternoon storms, high humidity | | July | 7.0 – 8.5 | 16 – 18 | Daily sea-breeze thunderstorms, hottest month | | August | 7.5 – 9.0 | 17 – 19 | Maximum rain, tropical wave risk | | September | 6.0 – 8.0 | 14 – 17 | Hurricane peak, still very wet | | October | 3.0 – 4.5 | 8 – 11 | Rapid drying by mid-month | Who else loves the sound of a good thunderstorm
Rainfall becomes more variable as the season transitions. During this time, rain is often driven by tropical systems (hurricanes) or the arrival of early fall cold fronts. Key Weather Statistics Average Rainfall (Approx.) June Most severe storm potential July Peak daily thunderstorm activity August High humidity; peak of hurricane season begins September Most active month for tropical systems Practical Tips for the Rainy Season If you hear thunder, go indoors immediately
Data based on Orlando, Tampa, and Miami averages (NCEI 1991–2020 normals).
Say what you want about the rainy months, but there is something peaceful about those afternoon thunderstorms rolling in. The sound of the rain on the roof, the way the palms sway, and that fresh, earthy smell when it stops.