Weather & Climate in Cape Coral, FL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Cape Coral has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 57.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet.
Temperature
65°F Jan (18°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 75.4°F |
| 40% above US avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 119.1 sq mi (308.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,942/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.6432°N, 81.9974°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Lee County County |
| Nearest Airport | Southwest Florida International (RSW) 16 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively High |
| Risk Score | 99.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 67.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 8.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very High |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | No Rating |
| Lightning | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very High |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Hurricane History
25 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 5.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Milton | Category 4 | 155 mph | 101 km |
| 2024 | Helene | Category 4 | 138 mph | 288 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 253 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 270 km |
| 2022 | Ian | Category 5 | 161 mph | 17 km |
| 2022 | Nicole | Category 1 | 75 mph | 199 km |
| 2021 | Elsa | Category 1 | 75 mph | 120 km |
| 2020 | Eta | Category 1 | 75 mph | 212 km |
| 2017 | Irma | Category 4 | 132 mph | 34 km |
| 2016 | Matthew | Category 4 | 132 mph | 256 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 4 | 127 mph | 292 km |
| 2005 | Katrina | Category 3 | 115 mph | 155 km |
| 2005 | Wilma | Category 3 | 127 mph | 88 km |
| 2005 | Dennis | Category 3 | 127 mph | 273 km |
| 2004 | Charley | Category 4 | 150 mph | 21 km |
| 2004 | Jeanne | Category 3 | 121 mph | 124 km |
| 2004 | Frances | Category 2 | 109 mph | 133 km |
| 2000 | Gordon | Category 1 | 81 mph | 225 km |
| 1999 | Irene | Category 1 | 81 mph | 152 km |
| 1998 | Georges | Category 2 | 104 mph | 231 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
457 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 9 fatalities, 159 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Oct 9, 2024 | EF3 | 99 km | 15.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 17, 1985 | EF3 | 68 km | 3.0 mi | 2 |
| Oct 9, 2024 | EF2 | 19 km | 16.3 mi | 0 |
| Oct 9, 2024 | EF2 | 98 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| Jan 16, 2022 | EF2 | 18 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 17, 2016 | EF2 | 87 km | 1.2 mi | 0 |
| Jan 9, 2016 | EF2 | 9 km | 3.4 mi | 0 |
| Jun 21, 2006 | EF2 | 39 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 4, 1993 | EF2 | 38 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 23, 1989 | EF2 | 15 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 4, 1988 | EF2 | 15 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 9, 1986 | EF2 | 6 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 12, 1983 | EF2 | 65 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 17, 1982 | EF2 | 50 km | 8.0 mi | 1 |
| Jun 18, 1972 | EF2 | 37 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 18, 1972 | EF2 | 17 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 18, 1972 | EF2 | 27 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Feb 1, 1972 | EF2 | 88 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Dec 3, 1971 | EF2 | 45 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Dec 3, 1971 | EF2 | 72 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: MOONSHINE BAY (38,664 acres, 2007).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2007 | MOONSHINE BAY | 38,664 | 98 km |
| 2008 | MYAKKA CUT | 36,877 | 99 km |
| 2018 | 116TH AVE SE (11) | 29,269 | 81 km |
| 2001 | BEARISLAND | 24,213 | 94 km |
| 2009 | DEEP FIRE | 20,073 | 88 km |
| 2013 | HUCKABEE | 19,723 | 92 km |
| 2007 | BALSA | 16,278 | 71 km |
| 1990 | UNNAMED | 16,253 | 95 km |
| 1986 | UNNAMED | 16,145 | 36 km |
| 1989 | WALK IN | 15,816 | 91 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 14,572 | 25 km |
| 2000 | 49DOF68TH | 14,362 | 75 km |
| 1999 | UNNAMED | 12,935 | 31 km |
| 1999 | UNNAMED | 12,527 | 25 km |
| 1988 | UNNAMED | 11,531 | 91 km |
| 1989 | UNNAMED | 10,302 | 79 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 9,397 | 25 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 9,045 | 27 km |
| 1999 | UNNAMED | 8,800 | 32 km |
| 1989 | UNNAMED | 8,636 | 82 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 67°F (20°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 9.7 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 9.4 in | |
| August | 83°F (29°C) | 10.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 9.0 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 1.9 in |
Cape Coral has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 65°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 57.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.4") and February the driest (1.8").