Florida Frequently Asked Questions
How sunny is the "Sunshine State"?
Florida averages 300 days of sunshine a year.
How hot are the summer months?
Florida is famous for its pleasant temperatures year-round. However, summer months tend to be hot and humid with the high temperatures averaging around 91°F during the day.
What are average water temperatures of Florida’s beaches?
The water temperature for the Gulf of Mexico (West Coast) ranges from the low to mid 60’s January through March and up into the 80’s from June through September. Atlantic Ocean waters (East Coast) are several degrees cooler. Northern beaches are always a few degrees cooler than southern ones.
What months are considered hurricane season?
The Atlantic hurricane season is officially June 1 to November 30. The peak of the season is from mid-August to mid-October.
What are the chances of being attacked by a shark?
The chances of being attacked by a shark are very small compared to other animal attacks, natural disasters, and ocean-side dangers. Many more people drown in the ocean every year than are bitten by sharks. According to the International Shark Attack File, Florida Museum of Natural History, University of Florida, there were 18 unprovoked attacks in Florida during 2005.
