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Weather & Climate in Madison, FL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Madison enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°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 52.8 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 194 feet.
Temperature
52°F Jan (11°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 67.7°F |
| 25% above US avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 194 ft (59 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,121/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.4715°N, 83.4135°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Madison County County |
| Nearest Airport | Valdosta Regional (VLD) 23 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
14 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 | 38 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 64 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 53 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 154 km |
| 2017 | Irma | Category 1 | 75 mph | 279 km |
| 2016 | Matthew | Category 3 | 121 mph | 262 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 59 km |
| 2004 | Charley | Category 1 | 86 mph | 254 km |
| 2000 | Gordon | Category 1 | 75 mph | 277 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 81 mph | 223 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 1 | 81 mph | 224 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 190 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 109 mph | 101 km |
| 1985 | Bob | Category 1 | 75 mph | 279 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
333 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 28 fatalities, 178 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF3 | 68 km | 8.8 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF3 | 61 km | 24.7 mi | 11 |
| Mar 3, 2012 | EF3 | 62 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 19, 2009 | EF3 | 54 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 13, 2000 | EF3 | 97 km | 15.0 mi | 7 |
| Apr 19, 1988 | EF3 | 3 km | 12.0 mi | 4 |
| Feb 27, 1984 | EF3 | 52 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 25, 1960 | EF3 | 81 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Feb 4, 2024 | EF2 | 39 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2023 | EF2 | 75 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF2 | 90 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF2 | 72 km | 18.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 2014 | EF2 | 40 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Feb 18, 2009 | EF2 | 74 km | 10.4 mi | 0 |
| Feb 18, 2009 | EF2 | 82 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 7, 2008 | EF2 | 80 km | 1.5 mi | 1 |
| Mar 7, 2008 | EF2 | 74 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
| Dec 5, 2005 | EF2 | 76 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 13, 2001 | EF2 | 39 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 14, 2000 | EF2 | 97 km | 6.0 mi | 1 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: FRIENDLY (75,089 acres, 1999).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1999 | FRIENDLY | 75,089 | 98 km |
| 2001 | UNNAMED | 59,179 | 70 km |
| 2012 | COUNTY LINE | 35,440 | 92 km |
| 2004 | IMPASSABLE ONE | 29,836 | 98 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 25,845 | 19 km |
| 1998 | OAK | 21,478 | 89 km |
| 1990 | SHORTS | 21,413 | 98 km |
| 2004 | UNNAMED | 18,577 | 88 km |
| 1989 | PIN HOOK | 16,471 | 97 km |
| 2011 | IMPASSABLE BAY | 11,889 | 92 km |
| 2011 | ARABIA BAY | 10,971 | 90 km |
| 2020 | CPT 3 ALBERT/CPT 119 HANCOCK | 10,724 | 98 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 10,098 | 74 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 9,117 | 72 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 8,334 | 84 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 8,190 | 87 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 6,941 | 100 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 6,926 | 89 km |
| 2000 | BENTON | 6,719 | 84 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 6,603 | 59 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 3.9 in |
Madison has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 52°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.7") and October the driest (2.8").