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

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

Climate overview of Daytona Beach

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

With around 1218 mm (48 in) of annual rainfall, Daytona Beach has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed — the city has very warm summers and pleasant winters. The wettest month is September.

Daytona Beach Weather by Month

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

Monthly Temperature in Daytona Beach

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

At night, temperatures range from around 24°C (75°F) in July to 9°C (48°F) in January.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Daytona Beach

Daytona Beach has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1218 mm (48 in) of rainfall annually. Daytona Beach can be quite wet during September, receiving approximately 164 mm (6.5 in) of precipitation over 16 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (April), you will experience much drier conditions, with 61 mm (2.4 in) of precipitation spread across 7 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Daytona Beach Precipitation page.

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

Sunshine Hours in Daytona Beach

Best Time to Visit Daytona Beach

The most comfortable overall weather for exploring Daytona Beach is usually found in January, February, March, April, October, November and December. Conditions are generally least comfortable in June, July, August and September.

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
  • Seasonal pattern: Very warm summers and pleasant winters

Frequently asked questions about the climate in Daytona Beach

What is the best time to visit Daytona Beach?

January, February, March, April, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Daytona Beach. In contrast, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions. Daytona Beach has very warm summers and pleasant winters.

What temperatures can I expect in Daytona Beach?

Daytime highs range from 20°C (68°F) in January to 32°C (90°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from 9°C (48°F) to 24°C (75°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.

How much rain does Daytona Beach get?

Annual rainfall is around 1218 mm (48 in). September is the wettest month with 164 mm (6.5 in), while April is the driest with 61 mm (2.4 in).

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Daytona Beach (FL) 3-Day Forecast

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