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Sarasota (FL) Climate by Month

The temperature in Sarasota varies moderately throughout the year. The temperatures shift from very warm to pleasant. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Sarasota experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a pleasant 22°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around 11°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Sarasota has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1170 mm of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, August receives heavy rainfall, averaging 200 mm of precipitation, recorded across 21 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, November brings less rainfall, with 33 mm over 5 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Sarasota. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.5 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 6.4 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Tampa, the United States of America (68 KM, 42 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Tampa, the United States of America (68 KM, 42 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Sarasota 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:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Sarasota?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Sarasota?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Sarasota?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 22°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Sarasota?
    August tops the wettest month list with 200 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Sarasota?
    November is the driest month with 33 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Sarasota?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 314 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Sarasota (FL)

    Sat   Nov 23
    19°C | 11°C
    N 14 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    22°C | 10°C
    N 11 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Mon   Nov 25
    24°C | 12°C
    NE 11 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain