Weather & Climate in Fanning Springs, FL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Fanning Springs enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet.
Temperature
54°F Jan (12°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 68.9°F |
| 28% above US avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 237/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.5882°N, 82.9251°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Gilchrist County County |
| Nearest Airport | Gainesville Regional (GNV) 40 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 28.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 73.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 10.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Hurricane History
19 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 | 83 km |
| 2024 | Milton | Category 3 | 121 mph | 215 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 57 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 72 km |
| 2022 | Ian | Category 3 | 115 mph | 275 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 246 km |
| 2017 | Irma | Category 1 | 75 mph | 170 km |
| 2016 | Matthew | Category 3 | 121 mph | 215 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 127 km |
| 2004 | Charley | Category 4 | 144 mph | 176 km |
| 2004 | Jeanne | Category 3 | 121 mph | 198 km |
| 2004 | Frances | Category 2 | 104 mph | 278 km |
| 2000 | Gordon | Category 1 | 75 mph | 196 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 81 mph | 274 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 1 | 86 mph | 193 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 122 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 196 km |
| 1985 | Bob | Category 1 | 75 mph | 255 km |
| 1984 | Diana | Category 1 | 75 mph | 299 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
304 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 7 fatalities, 129 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Feb 27, 1984 | EF3 | 57 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 31, 1975 | EF3 | 93 km | 2.0 mi | 1 |
| Feb 25, 1960 | EF3 | 74 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Oct 12, 2023 | EF2 | 88 km | 5.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 7, 2008 | EF2 | 71 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
| Mar 7, 2008 | EF2 | 72 km | 1.5 mi | 1 |
| Dec 25, 2006 | EF2 | 75 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 29, 2001 | EF2 | 86 km | 22.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 13, 2001 | EF2 | 85 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 29, 1998 | EF2 | 81 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 3, 1998 | EF2 | 80 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 1993 | EF2 | 88 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 1993 | EF2 | 11 km | 1.0 mi | 3 |
| Nov 5, 1988 | EF2 | 96 km | 8.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 14, 1986 | EF2 | 59 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 27, 1984 | EF2 | 90 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1983 | EF2 | 15 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 1983 | EF2 | 82 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 2, 1983 | EF2 | 64 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Jun 11, 1982 | EF2 | 54 km | 13.0 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 | 39 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 25,845 | 91 km |
| 1998 | OAK | 21,478 | 91 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 18,577 | 92 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 14,543 | 98 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 13,873 | 88 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 13,806 | 82 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 8,334 | 85 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 7,078 | 71 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 6,926 | 94 km |
| 2000 | BENTON | 6,719 | 99 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 6,572 | 98 km |
| 2011 | SANTE FE | 6,497 | 84 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 5,979 | 90 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 5,537 | 93 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 4,924 | 95 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 4,859 | 35 km |
| 2020 | CPT 45/48 CHURCH POND | 4,852 | 91 km |
| 2010 | WILDCAT | 4,694 | 90 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 4,675 | 96 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in |
Fanning Springs has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 54°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.1") and November the driest (2.1").