St Pete Beach (FL) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit St Pete Beach.

Climate overview of St Pete Beach

St Pete Beach, Florida, United States of America, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 32°C (90°F) in August, while winters cool to 20°C (68°F) in January.

With around 1106 mm (44 in) of annual rainfall, St Pete Beach has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed — the city has a distinct dry season from November to December, with very warm summers and pleasant winters. The wettest month is August. The sunniest month is May, with 10.4 hours of sunshine per day on average.

St Pete Beach Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in St Pete Beach - and find the best time to visit.

Monthly Temperature in St Pete Beach

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to pleasant in St Pete Beach. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 32°C (90°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 20°C (68°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 26°C (79°F) in August to 13°C (55°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in St Pete Beach

St Pete Beach has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1106 mm (44 in) of rainfall annually. St Pete Beach can be quite wet during August, receiving approximately 193 mm (7.6 in) of precipitation over 19 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (December), you will experience much drier conditions, with 34 mm (1.3 in) of precipitation spread across 6 rainy days. For more details, please visit our St Pete Beach Precipitation page.

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

Sunshine Hours in St Pete Beach

St Pete Beach can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 10.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 6.1 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Clearwater, the United States of America (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Clearwater, the United States of America (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Best Time to Visit St Pete Beach

For comfortable weather, consider visiting St Pete Beach in January, February, March, April, October, November and December. Conditions are usually least favourable in August.

Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.

  • Best overall: January, February, March, April, October, November and December
  • Warmest weather: June, July, August and September
  • Most sunshine: April and May
  • Wettest months: June, July, August and September, when rainfall is highest.
  • Seasonal pattern: A distinct dry season from November to December, with very warm summers and pleasant winters

Frequently asked questions about the climate in St Pete Beach

What is the best time to visit St Pete Beach?

January, February, March, April, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather in St Pete Beach. In contrast, August tends to have less optimal conditions. St Pete Beach has a distinct dry season from November to December, with very warm summers and pleasant winters.

What temperatures can I expect in St Pete Beach?

Daytime highs range from 20°C (68°F) in January to 32°C (90°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 13°C (55°F) to 26°C (79°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.

How much rain does St Pete Beach get?

Annual rainfall is around 1106 mm (44 in). August is the wettest month with 193 mm (7.6 in), while December is the driest with 34 mm (1.3 in).

How sunny is St Pete Beach?

St Pete Beach receives around 2,993 hours of sunshine per year. May is the sunniest month with 312 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 184 hours. Overall, St Pete Beach enjoys abundant sunshine.

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