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Punta Gorda, Florida Temperature & Weather History

Florida, United States · Climate data since 1981
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📍 26.9281°N, 81.9670°W
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Quick Climate Facts

(1981 – 2025)

Punta Gorda Climate Overview

Punta Gorda has a warm subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters.

Temperatures peak in May and drop to their lowest in January, while rainfall is highest during summer months.

Humidity remains high throughout the year, especially in autumn, creating warm and humid conditions.

Monthly Climate Data
Month🌤️Avg HighAvg TempAvg LowRecord HighRecord LowHumid %Rain (mm)Wind (m/s)Solar (kWh/m²)
January☀️72.2°F62.2°F52.2°F84.2°F23.2°F78%532.63.62
February☀️75.9°F65.6°F55.3°F89.6°F23.9°F76%532.64.50
March☀️79.7°F69.2°F58.7°F94.1°F33.6°F72%672.85.43
April🌞84.6°F74.1°F63.5°F97.7°F40.1°F69%582.66.26
May☔89.2°F79.4°F69.6°F99.9°F53.4°F68%872.36.45
June🌧️88.4°F81.4°F74.4°F102.7°F55.6°F77%2111.95.84
July🌧️88.0°F81.8°F75.5°F99.7°F68.7°F80%1911.65.75
August🌧️87.7°F81.8°F75.9°F96.3°F66.9°F82%2031.65.48
September🌧️86.0°F80.0°F73.9°F93.6°F60.3°F84%1771.95.00
October🌞82.7°F75.2°F67.7°F90.1°F40.3°F83%782.44.56
November☀️78.2°F69.4°F60.6°F90.0°F38.8°F81%492.53.87
December☀️74.4°F65.0°F55.7°F85.3°F23.0°F80%462.53.37

Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)

🌍 Weather in Punta Gorda Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in Punta Gorda

January is Punta Gorda's coldest month, with average lows reaching 52.2°F. The coldest it has ever been that month is 23.2°F.
🌡️December to February (avg) · 54.3°F – 74.1°F

🧥 Light layers are sufficient — this Mild Winter stays cool without prolonged hard freezes.

☀️ Summer in Punta Gorda

Summer temperatures in Punta Gorda peak in June, with average highs of 88.3°F. The hottest it has ever been that month is 102.7°F.
🌡️June to August (avg) · 75.2°F – 88.0°F

🌤️ Early mornings and evenings are most comfortable during this Hot Summer season.

🌧️ Rainy Season in Punta Gorda

Punta Gorda sees its highest rainfall in June, receiving approximately 211 mm of precipitation.
🌧️June to August (avg) · up to 211 mm

☔ Heavy Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 1981–2025 climate normals · °F

🌡️ Punta Gorda Monthly Temperature Guide

May is the hottest month in Punta Gorda, with average highs reaching 89.2°F, while January is the coldest with lows dropping to 52.2°F.

Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in May, and gradually decline through autumn into winter.

These seasonal patterns offer comfortable conditions year-round, with warm summers and mild winters.

🌧️ Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 1981–2025 seasonal trends · mm/month

💧 Rainfall & Humidity in Punta Gorda

June is the wettest month in Punta Gorda with about 211 mm, while December is the driest at 46 mm.

Rainfall is concentrated in the summer months. Humidity stays high (around 78%), peaking in autumn, which creates warm and humid conditions.

☔ Heavy Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.

💨Humidity & Wind Speed

Monthly averages · 1981–2025

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:73.8°F
Avg Annual Rainfall:1272 mm
Avg Humidity:78%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

Across 45 years of records, Punta Gorda's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. Its hottest day reached 102.7°F in June 1985, and its coldest dropped to 23.1°F in December 1983. 2023 was the warmest year overall and 1983 the coolest.

📅 Explore Punta Gorda Weather by Month

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in Punta Gorda's recorded history was 2023 (avg: 76.5°F), while the coldest was 1983 (avg: 70.7°F).

📊 Key Climate Trends

  • 🌡️ Punta Gorda's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade
  • 📈 Minimum temperatures show a slight warming trend in recent years
  • 🌧️ Rainfall has decreased in recent years compared to earlier periods

🌡️ Annual Temperature Trend

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Average annual high/low · Last 30 years · °F

Punta Gorda's temperatures shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 102.7°F in June 1985, while the lowest dropped to 23.1°F in December 1983.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

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Total annual precipitation · Last 30 years · mm/year

Annual rainfall in Punta Gorda shows noticeable variation. Rainfall has decreased in recent years compared to earlier periods.
📋 Yearly Climate Data Overview

🔥 hottest · ❄️ coldest · 🌧️ wettest

YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfall (mm)Avg HumidityAvg Wind
2025 🔥
85.1°F75.9°F66.7°F97.5°F36.0°F96575%2.1 m/s
2024
84.2°F75.7°F67.3°F99.9°F38.8°F133178%2.3 m/s
2023
85.1°F76.5°F67.8°F96.3°F34.9°F119276%2.2 m/s
2022
84.2°F75.6°F66.7°F96.3°F31.6°F138677%2.2 m/s
2021
83.8°F75.2°F66.4°F96.4°F36.7°F109577%2.2 m/s
2020
83.7°F75.4°F67.1°F95.4°F32.5°F134278%2.4 m/s
2019
83.7°F75.2°F66.9°F97.0°F37.9°F140279%2.3 m/s
2018
82.0°F73.9°F65.8°F91.9°F28.4°F132280%2.2 m/s
2017
83.3°F74.8°F66.4°F97.3°F35.2°F154478%2.3 m/s
2016
81.5°F73.6°F65.5°F91.6°F36.0°F149480%2.2 m/s

Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Punta Gorda?▼

Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), May is typically the hottest month in Punta Gorda, Florida, with average high temperatures around 89.2°F.

What is the coldest month in Punta Gorda?▼

January is the coldest month in Punta Gorda, with average low temperatures around 52.2°F.

What is the rainiest month in Punta Gorda?▼

June receives the most rainfall with approximately 211 mm, while December is the driest with 46 mm.

What was the highest temperature ever recorded in Punta Gorda?▼

The highest recorded temperature was 102.7°F in June 1985. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.

What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in Punta Gorda?▼

The lowest recorded temperature was 23.1°F in December 1983.

How many years of data does this page cover?▼

This page covers 45 years of climate data from 1981 to 2025. As new data is added to the database the page automatically reflects the updated coverage.

How much sunlight does Punta Gorda get?▼

Punta Gorda receives the most sunlight in May with an average solar radiation of 6.45 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in Florida.

Where does this weather data come from?▼

All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite and model data. It provides monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.

📚 Data Source

All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.

Parameters included:
  • Temperature (Min, Max)
  • Precipitation
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Speed
  • Solar Radiation
Data specifications:
  • Resolution: Monthly
  • Spatial: 0.5° × 0.625°
  • Source: MERRA-2
  • Coverage: 1981–2025
  • Years: 45