Jacksonville’s most favorable travel weather typically arrives in October and March, according to a month-by-month guide from Traveltourister. The guide also identifies November and April as strong alternatives for visitors seeking lower humidity and comfortable temperatures.
October combines average highs around 80 degrees with Atlantic water still warmed by summer, listed at roughly 73 to 75 degrees. March has an average high of 74 degrees and coincides with THE PLAYERS Championship at TPC Sawgrass in nearby Ponte Vedra Beach.
Spring runs from March through May, with average highs rising from 74 degrees in March to 86 degrees in May. The guide describes April as especially favorable for beach time and outdoor exploring, with an average high of 80 degrees and 2.9 inches of rainfall. Ocean water remains cooler in April, at about 68 to 70 degrees, according to the guide.
Summer brings the year’s highest temperatures, humidity and rainfall. July is listed as the hottest month, with an average high of 92 degrees, while August has the highest rainfall total at 7.7 inches. The guide notes that afternoon thunderstorms commonly develop between 2 and 5 p.m. during summer, though Atlantic beaches can benefit from a sea breeze.
For visitors prioritizing lower rates and fewer weekday crowds, the guide identifies June through August as Jacksonville’s budget season. Hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30, with August and September described as the period of peak activity.
Winter is cooler but generally less humid. January is the coolest month, with an average high of 65 degrees and average low of 44 degrees. Traveltourister lists November, December and April as the driest months, while Jacksonville averages about 233 sunny days annually.
