Sanibel (FL) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Sanibel varies moderately throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from very warm
to warm.
It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The weather in Sanibel changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in August to a comfortable 22°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 14°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Sanibel has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1265 mm of rainfall annually. The climate in Sanibel shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in August, with an average of 247 mm of precipitation over 25 rainy days. In contrast, February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 41 mm of rainfall over 6 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Sanibel Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
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The best time of year to visit Sanibel in the United States of America
During the months of January, February, March, November and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in June, July, August and September.
August has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 22°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 247 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 41 mm of precipitation.
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