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Weather & Climate in Capitola, FL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Capitola enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 306 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 58.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet.
Temperature
52°F Jan (11°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 68.5°F |
| 27% above US avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 130/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.4424°N, 84.0792°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Leon County County |
| Nearest Airport | Tallahassee International (TLH) 16 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 93.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 35.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 82.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Relatively High |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Hurricane History
12 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 5.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Helene | Category 4 | 138 mph | 61 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 89 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 74 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 100 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 18 km |
| 2005 | Dennis | Category 4 | 138 mph | 278 km |
| 2000 | Gordon | Category 1 | 75 mph | 273 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 92 mph | 160 km |
| 1995 | Opal | Category 3 | 115 mph | 267 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 2 | 98 mph | 192 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 183 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 3 | 109 mph | 50 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
382 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 54 fatalities, 631 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF3 | 7 km | 8.8 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF3 | 78 km | 24.7 mi | 11 |
| Feb 19, 2009 | EF3 | 50 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 2003 | EF3 | 84 km | 25.0 mi | 6 |
| Feb 13, 2000 | EF3 | 83 km | 9.2 mi | 11 |
| Feb 13, 2000 | EF3 | 65 km | 15.0 mi | 7 |
| Apr 19, 1988 | EF3 | 63 km | 12.0 mi | 4 |
| Feb 27, 1984 | EF3 | 98 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 28, 1968 | EF3 | 63 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2024 | EF2 | 39 km | 24.8 mi | 2 |
| May 10, 2024 | EF2 | 56 km | 24.2 mi | 0 |
| Feb 4, 2024 | EF2 | 92 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 2023 | EF2 | 71 km | 2.5 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2023 | EF2 | 99 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Dec 15, 2022 | EF2 | 97 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF2 | 49 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF2 | 52 km | 18.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 2014 | EF2 | 87 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Nov 17, 2014 | EF2 | 96 km | 22.2 mi | 0 |
| Feb 18, 2009 | EF2 | 41 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: EAST FORK (26,251 acres, 2004).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2004 | EAST FORK | 26,251 | 56 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 25,845 | 69 km |
| 2021 | BU 360 361 362 363 | 24,747 | 55 km |
| 1998 | HOLIDAY | 24,666 | 55 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 24,574 | 55 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 18,704 | 59 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 11,747 | 41 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 11,539 | 80 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 11,445 | 82 km |
| 2021 | BU 83/84/85 | 10,582 | 82 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 10,261 | 47 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 10,132 | 81 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 10,098 | 19 km |
| 2008 | GUM BAY | 9,965 | 73 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 9,352 | 50 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 9,252 | 50 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 9,117 | 20 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 8,688 | 82 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 8,424 | 84 km |
| 2014 | BURN UNIT 057 | 8,381 | 78 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 5.7 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 4.4 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 6.1 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 7.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 2.9 in | Driest |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 4.2 in |
Capitola has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 52°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 59.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.5") and October the driest (2.9").