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Climate & Geography

Dockside or Downtown, Sun’s Up

When it comes to state mottos, Florida delivers, and Jacksonville helps keep that promise. Nestled in the most northeast corner of the Sunshine State, the Jacksonville region enjoys an average of 220 days of sunshine each year.

In the summer months, high temperatures set the stage for beach and water activities, while evening lows are perfect for a barbecue or camping. Even in the coldest months of winter, residents comfortably hike, golf or relax with any number of outdoor activities thanks to our mild average temperatures.

Four of seven Jacksonville-area counties border the Atlantic Ocean, while more central locales offer endless waterways, parks (urban and national), wetlands and greenways. On the strand or inland, the Jacksonville climate and geography never disappoint.

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Inches Annual Precipitation

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Inches Annual Snowfall

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1,100+

Miles of Waterway in Jacksonville

Visit Jacksonville

875

Sq. Miles - Jacksonville, Largest City in the Continental U.S.

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So Many Waterways to Keep You Moving

Lounge by our lakes. Sail in our sunshine. Escape in our unending nightlife. As far as livability goes, Northeast Florida just has a way of pulling you in.

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Jacksonville, Florida, is defined by its sunny disposition and clear skies. With an average of 220 days of sunshine each year and our subtropical climate, we’re the perfect place to play outside throughout the year.

  • Charming Springs – Spring in JAX is not to be missed. March through May, temperatures are in the mid-70s, and the sun shines unwaveringly. Hiking trails, fishing spots along the ocean and the St. Johns River and annual festivals in the area are all perfect in spring.
  • Sunny Summers – In July, the hottest month of the year, temperatures in JAX reach an average high of 91 degrees Fahrenheit and an average low of 73 degrees Fahrenheit. Thanks to our prime coastal location, the beautiful beaches along the Atlantic Ocean provide a welcome break from the heat. Those humid summer temps also bring in afternoon thunderstorms, which can cool everything off for comfortable evenings.
  • Favorable Falls – As the warmer summer days fade into fall, the fun doesn’t stop. Afternoon rain showers give way to the drier months, where average weather conditions remain sunny and in the mid-80s.
  • Mild Winters – We know low temperatures and snowy winters aren’t for everyone, and JAX is perfect for those who want to bask in the sunshine all year. Northeast Florida gets over 50 inches of average precipitation, but much of the rainfall occurs during the warmer summer months. While winters remain dry and pleasant, you can still enjoy more of a seasonal temperature shift compared to cities further south, like Miami or Fort Lauderdale. Jacksonville weather in winter averages at 66 degrees Fahrenheit high and 44 degrees Fahrenheit low during January, our driest month.

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