Weather & Climate in Christmas, FL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Christmas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 21 feet.
Temperature
60°F Jan (15°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 72.3°F |
| 34% above US avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 21 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 37/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.5556°N, 80.9902°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Brevard County County |
| Nearest Airport | Space Coast Regional (TIX) 12 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively High |
| Risk Score | 98.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 40.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 63.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Very High |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | No Rating |
| Lightning | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Relatively Moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Hurricane History
23 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Milton | Category 4 | 132 mph | 58 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 275 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 3 | 115 mph | 292 km |
| 2022 | Ian | Category 5 | 161 mph | 95 km |
| 2022 | Nicole | Category 1 | 75 mph | 126 km |
| 2019 | Dorian | Category 5 | 167 mph | 171 km |
| 2017 | Irma | Category 3 | 115 mph | 125 km |
| 2016 | Matthew | Category 4 | 132 mph | 77 km |
| 2014 | Arthur | Category 1 | 81 mph | 244 km |
| 2005 | Wilma | Category 3 | 121 mph | 204 km |
| 2005 | Katrina | Category 1 | 81 mph | 294 km |
| 2005 | Ophelia | Category 1 | 75 mph | 165 km |
| 2004 | Charley | Category 4 | 150 mph | 64 km |
| 2004 | Jeanne | Category 3 | 121 mph | 112 km |
| 2004 | Frances | Category 2 | 109 mph | 108 km |
| 2000 | Gordon | Category 1 | 75 mph | 282 km |
| 1999 | Floyd | Category 4 | 127 mph | 220 km |
| 1999 | Dennis | Category 2 | 104 mph | 287 km |
| 1999 | Irene | Category 1 | 75 mph | 105 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 1 | 86 mph | 111 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
514 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 60 fatalities, 789 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Feb 2, 2007 | EF3 | 74 km | 26.0 mi | 13 |
| Feb 22, 1998 | EF3 | 39 km | 16.0 mi | 13 |
| Feb 22, 1998 | EF3 | 72 km | 18.0 mi | 3 |
| Feb 22, 1998 | EF3 | 60 km | 28.0 mi | 25 |
| Nov 1, 1997 | EF3 | 52 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 1981 | EF3 | 42 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 19, 1972 | EF3 | 38 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Jun 19, 1972 | EF3 | 46 km | 3.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 5, 1970 | EF3 | 20 km | 1.9 mi | 0 |
| Aug 18, 2020 | EF2 | 63 km | 4.6 mi | 0 |
| Sep 10, 2017 | EF2 | 98 km | 0.6 mi | 0 |
| Sep 10, 2017 | EF2 | 21 km | 1.6 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 2012 | EF2 | 95 km | 6.2 mi | 0 |
| Dec 25, 2006 | EF2 | 61 km | 2.8 mi | 0 |
| Dec 25, 2006 | EF2 | 70 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Oct 24, 2005 | EF2 | 72 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 9, 1998 | EF2 | 95 km | 10.4 mi | 0 |
| Feb 22, 1998 | EF2 | 69 km | 8.0 mi | 1 |
| Feb 22, 1998 | EF2 | 33 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 27, 1997 | EF2 | 86 km | 5.8 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (121,213 acres, 1998).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 121,213 | 74 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 45,954 | 20 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 19,129 | 76 km |
| 2011 | IRON HORSE | 18,234 | 25 km |
| 2001 | STAGECOACH COMPLEX | 14,079 | 81 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 9,972 | 45 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 9,705 | 78 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 9,554 | 99 km |
| 1993 | UNNAMED | 9,422 | 6 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 8,794 | 97 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 8,382 | 48 km |
| 1984 | UNNAMED | 7,765 | 55 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 7,670 | 99 km |
| 2017 | NORTH CANE | 7,024 | 7 km |
| 1989 | UNNAMED | 6,985 | 46 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 6,616 | 100 km |
| 2008 | SAN FILIPPO | 6,376 | 83 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 6,345 | 86 km |
| 1993 | UNNAMED | 6,236 | 46 km |
| 1994 | UNNAMED | 5,815 | 99 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 76°F (25°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 7.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.8 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 7.5 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 5.1 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
Christmas has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 60°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.9") and December the driest (2.4").