What part of Florida has the best weather in the winter?

The most Southern tip of the Florida Keys will the warmest weather. In Key West, the southernmost part of the Florida Keys, winter temperatures can get very high. During winter, the average highs range from the mid-70s to low 80s (°F), making it the warmest place in the state.



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During the cooler months, the farther south you go, the warmer it will be. Fort Lauderdale, Miami, the Keys, Marco Island and Naples will have the warmest water during the winter. During the summer months, the Gulf of Mexico will be five or more degrees warmer than the Atlantic Ocean.

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Sarasota, FL Frequently recognized as one of the best places to live in the U.S. and one of the best places to retire, the Florida Gulf Coast city of Sarasota offers warm weather throughout the year with summer temperatures in the 80s and 90s and winter temperatures as high as 70 degrees.

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So what is winter like in Florida? Mild and relatively dry, with warm days and cool nights. Many Floridians feel quite smug about their lovely winters, as they're more likely to be slathering on sunscreen than bundling up in coats and gloves.

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You can easily swim on the beach even during December; the average water temperature is around 70-80°F. During January, the average water temperature is around 68°F. The winter season offers a mix of both sunny and partly cloudy days, so it is perfect to be out on the beach.

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The only debate worth having is which side of Florida has the best beaches. The Atlantic coast has plenty to offer in the way of water sports. They get the better waves and, thus, some greater action. Florida's Gulf Coast, however, is responsible for those visions of smooth, sandy beaches and crystal, clear water.

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Naples, Florida Weather in December It's getting chilly around the world, but you can still enjoy comfortable and mild temperatures here in Naples. In the winter months, Naples cools down to an average high of 78°F so it's one of the only places in the country that you can still enjoy the pools and beach.

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Southern Florida is warmer than Southern California on average during winter. Southern California is going to have a high in mid to upper 60s in January. South Florida will be in the mid to high 70s.

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