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Weather & Climate in Day, FL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Day enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 82°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 55.6 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 80 feet.
Temperature
55°F Jan (13°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 69.2°F |
| 28% above US avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 80 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 220/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.1984°N, 83.2873°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Madison County County |
| Nearest Airport | Valdosta Regional (VLD) 40 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 47.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 80.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 22.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Hurricane History
16 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 | 45 km |
| 2024 | Milton | Category 2 | 81 mph | 291 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 35 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 30 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 178 km |
| 2017 | Irma | Category 1 | 75 mph | 246 km |
| 2016 | Matthew | Category 3 | 121 mph | 249 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 69 km |
| 2004 | Jeanne | Category 2 | 86 mph | 275 km |
| 2004 | Charley | Category 1 | 86 mph | 236 km |
| 2000 | Gordon | Category 1 | 75 mph | 250 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 81 mph | 232 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 1 | 86 mph | 207 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 163 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 126 km |
| 1985 | Bob | Category 1 | 75 mph | 270 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
263 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 21 fatalities, 148 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF3 | 87 km | 8.8 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF3 | 94 km | 24.7 mi | 11 |
| Mar 3, 2012 | EF3 | 90 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 19, 2009 | EF3 | 85 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1988 | EF3 | 31 km | 12.0 mi | 4 |
| Feb 27, 1984 | EF3 | 20 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 25, 1960 | EF3 | 63 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Feb 4, 2024 | EF2 | 64 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 2014 | EF2 | 69 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 7, 2008 | EF2 | 61 km | 1.5 mi | 1 |
| Mar 7, 2008 | EF2 | 51 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
| Dec 25, 2006 | EF2 | 83 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 5, 2005 | EF2 | 95 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 13, 2001 | EF2 | 30 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 29, 1998 | EF2 | 21 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 1993 | EF2 | 87 km | 1.0 mi | 3 |
| Nov 5, 1988 | EF2 | 20 km | 8.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 19, 1988 | EF2 | 45 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1983 | EF2 | 65 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 1982 | EF2 | 89 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: BIG TURNAROUND COMPLEX (328,827 acres, 2007).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2007 | BIG TURNAROUND COMPLEX | 328,827 | 98 km |
| 1999 | FRIENDLY | 75,089 | 94 km |
| 2001 | UNNAMED | 59,179 | 38 km |
| 2012 | COUNTY LINE | 35,440 | 87 km |
| 2004 | IMPASSABLE ONE | 29,836 | 90 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 25,845 | 14 km |
| 1998 | OAK | 21,478 | 77 km |
| 1990 | SHORTS | 21,413 | 100 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 18,577 | 77 km |
| 1989 | PIN HOOK | 16,471 | 91 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 14,543 | 90 km |
| 2011 | IMPASSABLE BAY | 11,889 | 83 km |
| 2020 | CPT 3 ALBERT/CPT 119 HANCOCK | 10,724 | 90 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 10,098 | 95 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 9,117 | 94 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 8,334 | 70 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 6,941 | 91 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 6,926 | 78 km |
| 2000 | BENTON | 6,719 | 75 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 6,603 | 81 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 6.0 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 7.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 3.8 in |
Day has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 55°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.2") and October the driest (2.4").