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Fort Lauderdale weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Fort Lauderdale
Dec–Apr is dry and warm and the busiest. May–Nov is hot, humid and wet with hurricane risk; spring break in March gets crowded.
Fort Lauderdale weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan23°44 mm
- Feb24°49 mm
- Mar24°56 mm
- Apr26°76 mm
- May27°135 mm
- Jun29°191 mm
- Jul30°165 mm
- Aug30°182 mm
- Sep29°190 mm
- Oct28°124 mm
- Nov26°64 mm
- Dec24°51 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C73°F | 20°C67°F | 44 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| February | 24°C74°F | 20°C69°F | 49 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| March | 24°C76°F | 21°C71°F | 56 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| April | 26°C79°F | 23°C74°F | 76 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| May | 27°C81°F | 25°C77°F | 135 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| June | 29°C84°F | 27°C80°F | 191 mm | 78% | Rainy |
| July | 30°C85°F | 28°C82°F | 165 mm | 76% | Rainy |
| August | 30°C86°F | 28°C82°F | 182 mm | 77% | Rainy |
| September | 29°C84°F | 27°C81°F | 190 mm | 78% | Rainy |
| October | 28°C82°F | 26°C78°F | 124 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| November | 26°C78°F | 23°C74°F | 64 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| December | 24°C75°F | 21°C70°F | 51 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
Best months across United States
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| New York City | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (26°C) |
| Las Vegas | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (42°C) |
| Los Angeles | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Orlando | Feb–Apr, Nov | May (31°C) |
| Miami | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| San Francisco | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Sep (24°C) |
| Honolulu | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Sep (28°C) |
| Washington, D.C. | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Chicago | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Boston | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| New Orleans | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (30°C) |
| San Diego | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Seattle | Jun–Sep | Aug (24°C) |
| Maui | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Sep (22°C) |
| Nashville | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Austin | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| Miami Beach | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Key West | Dec–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Denver | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Philadelphia | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Portland | Jun–Sep | Aug (29°C) |
| Atlanta | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| San Antonio | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| Charleston | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Savannah | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (33°C) |
| Fort Lauderdale | Dec–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
| Kauai | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Sep (27°C) |
| Big Island | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Sedona | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (35°C) |
| Scottsdale | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Jul (42°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Fort Lauderdale?
Dec–Apr. Dec–Apr is dry and warm and the busiest. May–Nov is hot, humid and wet with hurricane risk; spring break in March gets crowded.
When is the rainy season in Fort Lauderdale?
Rain peaks in June with about 191 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jun–Sep.
What is the hottest month in Fort Lauderdale?
August, with average highs of 30°C (86°F).
How cold does Fort Lauderdale get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 20°C (67°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Broward County Transit
- Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport
- Visit Lauderdale
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.