Alachua, United States experiences average highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 17°C (63°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 11 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Alachua, United States Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Alachua, United States. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: May–Sep At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
6.6/10
Best: February, March, April, October, November
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 27°C / 17°C
Feels Like 29°C / 18°C
Rainy Days 11
Rainfall 93 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 74%
Wind Speed 14 km/h
Dew Point 17°C
Frost Days 1 days
Hottest Month
32°C
July
Avg Low24°C
Rain22days
Coldest Month
9°C
January
Avg High19°C
Rain7days
Driest Month
5days
November
Avg High24°C
Avg Low14°C
Windiest Month
16 km/h
March (Gusts 39)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding July, August due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:30
Daylight 14h
Sunset 20:33
Live conditions—
Alachua on the map · live conditions
Alachua, United States
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- United States
- City
- Alachua
- Population
- 9.8K
- Elevation
- 42 m
- Coordinates
- 29.75°, -82.42°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 8 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 32°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 21 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 18°C
Rain 8 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 20°C
Avg Low 11°C
Rain 7 days/mo
1/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 19°C / 9°C . Feb: 22°C / 12°C . Mar: 25°C / 14°C . Apr: 27°C / 16°C . May: 31°C / 20°C . Jun: 32°C / 23°C . Jul: 32°C / 24°C . Aug: 32°C / 24°C . Sep: 30°C / 22°C . Oct: 28°C / 19°C . Nov: 24°C / 14°C . Dec: 21°C / 12°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 69 mm. Feb: 58 mm. Mar: 71 mm. Apr: 60 mm. May: 78 mm. Jun: 136 mm. Jul: 165 mm. Aug: 189 mm. Sep: 111 mm. Oct: 55 mm. Nov: 49 mm. Dec: 74 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 73%. Feb: 75%. Mar: 69%. Apr: 66%. May: 67%. Jun: 77%. Jul: 81%. Aug: 82%. Sep: 80%. Oct: 74%. Nov: 73%. Dec: 76%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 15 km/h . Feb: 15 km/h . Mar: 16 km/h . Apr: 16 km/h . May: 15 km/h . Jun: 13 km/h . Jul: 12 km/h . Aug: 12 km/h . Sep: 14 km/h . Oct: 15 km/h . Nov: 14 km/h . Dec: 14 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 8h. Feb: 8h. Mar: 9h. Apr: 11h. May: 11h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 8h. Dec: 7h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 4. Feb: UV 5. Mar: UV 7. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 6. Nov: UV 5. Dec: UV 4.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 33°C | Jul · 32°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 5°C | Jan · 9°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 153 mm | Aug · 189 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 16 km/h | Mar · 16 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February best
Excellent March best
Excellent April best
Excellent May
Good June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Fair October best
Excellent November best
Excellent December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C / 9°C | 17°C / 7°C | 7days (69 mm) Good | 7.6h Good | 73% Muggy | 4.1 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| February best | 22°C / 12°C | 22°C / 11°C | 7days (58 mm) Good | 8.2h Good | 75% Muggy | 5.3 High | Excellent | View Details |
| March best | 25°C / 14°C | 25°C / 13°C | 7days (71 mm) Good | 9.2h Good | 69% Muggy | 6.5 High | Excellent | View Details |
| April best | 27°C / 16°C | 28°C / 16°C | 7days (60 mm) Good | 10.5h Excellent | 66% Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May | 31°C / 20°C | 33°C / 22°C | 9days (78 mm) Wet | 11.3h Excellent | 67% Muggy | 8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| June | 32°C / 23°C | 36°C / 27°C | 18days (136 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 77% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 32°C / 24°C | 38°C / 28°C | 22days (165 mm) Wet | 11h Excellent | 81% Humid | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 32°C / 24°C | 37°C / 28°C | 22days (189 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 82% Humid | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 30°C / 22°C | 34°C / 26°C | 13days (111 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 80% Humid | 7 High | Fair | View Details |
| October best | 28°C / 19°C | 29°C / 20°C | 7days (55 mm) Good | 9.2h Good | 74% Muggy | 5.9 High | Excellent | View Details |
| November best | 24°C / 14°C | 24°C / 14°C | 5days (49 mm) Good | 8h Good | 73% Muggy | 4.7 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| December | 21°C / 12°C | 20°C / 10°C | 7days (74 mm) Good | 7.1h Good | 76% Humid | 4 Moderate | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Alachua are February, March, April, October, November, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Alachua, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Alachua is July, with average daytime highs of 32°C (90°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Alachua is January, with average overnight lows of 9°C (48°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Alachua is August, averaging 189mm of precipitation across 22 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Alachua runs through July, August, June, September, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Alachua.
Alachua receives approximately 113 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is May with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Alachua.
The least favorable months to visit Alachua are July, August, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider February, March, April, October, November instead.
The annual average UV index in Alachua is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Alachua is 74%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Alachua rarely sees significant snowfall but does experience frost, averaging 1 frost days during the colder months.
Average wind speeds in Alachua are 14 km/h (9 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 16 km/h (10 mph) (gusts up to 39 km/h / 24 mph).
Alachua averages 5 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 55%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Alachua is 17°C (63°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Alachua has a Humid Subtropical climate, classified as Cfa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Alachua ranges from 18°C (64°F) to 29°C (84°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
June is not the best time to visit Alachua, with a climate score of 4.2/10. Consider visiting during February, March, April, October, November instead for better conditions.
For June in Alachua, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 32°C (89°F) and 18 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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