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Weather & Climate in Chiefland, FL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Chiefland enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 314 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 57.1 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 34 feet.
Temperature
55°F Jan (13°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 69.2°F |
| 28% above US avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 314 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 34 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 6.2 sq mi (16.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 307/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.4922°N, 82.8663°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Levy County County |
| Nearest Airport | Gainesville Regional (GNV) 38 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 66.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 93.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 9.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Relatively Moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Hurricane History
20 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 | 92 km |
| 2024 | Milton | Category 3 | 121 mph | 203 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 66 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 83 km |
| 2022 | Ian | Category 4 | 144 mph | 264 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 257 km |
| 2017 | Irma | Category 1 | 92 mph | 158 km |
| 2016 | Matthew | Category 3 | 121 mph | 211 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 137 km |
| 2004 | Charley | Category 4 | 144 mph | 167 km |
| 2004 | Jeanne | Category 3 | 121 mph | 186 km |
| 2004 | Frances | Category 2 | 104 mph | 266 km |
| 2000 | Gordon | Category 1 | 75 mph | 189 km |
| 1999 | Irene | Category 1 | 75 mph | 297 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 81 mph | 282 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 1 | 86 mph | 194 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 119 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 207 km |
| 1985 | Bob | Category 1 | 75 mph | 254 km |
| 1984 | Diana | Category 1 | 75 mph | 298 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
312 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 10 fatalities, 158 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Feb 27, 1984 | EF3 | 69 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 1983 | EF3 | 94 km | 10.0 mi | 3 |
| Dec 31, 1975 | EF3 | 82 km | 2.0 mi | 1 |
| Feb 25, 1960 | EF3 | 82 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Oct 12, 2023 | EF2 | 76 km | 5.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 7, 2008 | EF2 | 80 km | 1.5 mi | 1 |
| Mar 7, 2008 | EF2 | 80 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
| Dec 25, 2006 | EF2 | 81 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 29, 2001 | EF2 | 75 km | 22.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 13, 2001 | EF2 | 97 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 29, 1998 | EF2 | 93 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 3, 1998 | EF2 | 68 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Jan 7, 1995 | EF2 | 91 km | 12.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 12, 1993 | EF2 | 2 km | 1.0 mi | 3 |
| Mar 12, 1993 | EF2 | 77 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 25, 1988 | EF2 | 90 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 14, 1986 | EF2 | 56 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 27, 1984 | EF2 | 88 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1983 | EF2 | 26 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 1983 | EF2 | 71 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (59,179 acres, 2001).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2001 | UNNAMED | 59,179 | 51 km |
| 1998 | OAK | 21,478 | 99 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 18,577 | 100 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 13,873 | 92 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 13,806 | 81 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 8,334 | 93 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 7,078 | 70 km |
| 2011 | SANTE FE | 6,497 | 83 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 5,979 | 99 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 5,537 | 99 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 4,864 | 100 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 4,859 | 47 km |
| 2020 | CPT 45/48 CHURCH POND | 4,852 | 99 km |
| 2010 | WILDCAT | 4,694 | 97 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 4,503 | 89 km |
| 2022 | OSF CPT 59/67 0115 | 4,499 | 97 km |
| 2024 | OSF CPT 59 67 RX 0312 | 4,453 | 97 km |
| 2019 | CPT 59 HAIR RIDGE AND CPT 67 TURKEY RUN | 4,374 | 97 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 4,336 | 30 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 4,231 | 43 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 9.1 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in |
Chiefland has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 55°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 58.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.5") and October the driest (2.1").