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Weather & Climate in Greenville, FL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Greenville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 81°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 59.9 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 134 feet.
Temperature
52°F Jan (11°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 67.2°F |
| 24% above US avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 134 ft (41 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,173/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.4668°N, 83.6353°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Madison County County |
| Nearest Airport | Valdosta Regional (VLD) 30 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
13 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 | 39 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 67 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 54 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 135 km |
| 2017 | Irma | Category 1 | 75 mph | 288 km |
| 2016 | Matthew | Category 3 | 115 mph | 283 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 40 km |
| 2004 | Charley | Category 1 | 86 mph | 275 km |
| 2000 | Gordon | Category 1 | 75 mph | 275 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 81 mph | 202 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 1 | 92 mph | 212 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 186 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 3 | 109 mph | 82 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
371 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 47 fatalities, 574 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF3 | 47 km | 8.8 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF3 | 60 km | 24.7 mi | 11 |
| Mar 3, 2012 | EF3 | 71 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 19, 2009 | EF3 | 43 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 2003 | EF3 | 100 km | 25.0 mi | 6 |
| Feb 13, 2000 | EF3 | 82 km | 15.0 mi | 7 |
| Feb 13, 2000 | EF3 | 99 km | 9.2 mi | 11 |
| Apr 19, 1988 | EF3 | 21 km | 12.0 mi | 4 |
| Feb 27, 1984 | EF3 | 64 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2024 | EF2 | 82 km | 24.8 mi | 2 |
| May 10, 2024 | EF2 | 98 km | 24.2 mi | 0 |
| Feb 4, 2024 | EF2 | 54 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2023 | EF2 | 78 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Dec 15, 2022 | EF2 | 98 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF2 | 72 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF2 | 59 km | 18.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 2014 | EF2 | 51 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Feb 18, 2009 | EF2 | 57 km | 10.4 mi | 0 |
| Feb 18, 2009 | EF2 | 64 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 7, 2008 | EF2 | 71 km | 0.4 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 | 82 km |
| 2004 | EAST FORK | 26,251 | 95 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 25,845 | 31 km |
| 2021 | BU 360 361 362 363 | 24,747 | 95 km |
| 1998 | HOLIDAY | 24,666 | 95 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 24,574 | 95 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 18,704 | 98 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 11,747 | 81 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 10,261 | 87 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 10,098 | 53 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 9,352 | 91 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 9,252 | 87 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 9,117 | 51 km |
| 1999 | COW HOUSE | 8,301 | 81 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 8,190 | 66 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 8,108 | 93 km |
| 2021 | BU 305/306 | 7,904 | 87 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 7,893 | 95 km |
| 2020 | BU 315/316/318 | 7,892 | 81 km |
| 2024 | ANF BU 241 242 RX 0202 | 7,573 | 100 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 4.0 in |
Greenville has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 52°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.9") and October the driest (2.8").