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Weather & Climate in Ocklawaha, FL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ocklawaha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 314 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 55.2 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 69 feet.
Temperature
55°F Jan (13°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 69.0°F |
| 28% above US avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 314 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 823/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.0459°N, 81.9349°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Putnam County County |
| Nearest Airport | Leesburg International (LEE) 17 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 79.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 79.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 13.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively High |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | No Rating |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Relatively Low |
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 | Helene | Category 4 | 138 mph | 196 km |
| 2024 | Milton | Category 3 | 121 mph | 122 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 168 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 185 km |
| 2022 | Ian | Category 4 | 155 mph | 171 km |
| 2022 | Nicole | Category 1 | 75 mph | 227 km |
| 2021 | Elsa | Category 1 | 75 mph | 299 km |
| 2019 | Dorian | Category 3 | 115 mph | 232 km |
| 2017 | Irma | Category 1 | 92 mph | 98 km |
| 2016 | Matthew | Category 4 | 132 mph | 133 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 240 km |
| 2014 | Arthur | Category 1 | 81 mph | 289 km |
| 2005 | Ophelia | Category 1 | 75 mph | 261 km |
| 2004 | Charley | Category 4 | 150 mph | 72 km |
| 2004 | Jeanne | Category 3 | 121 mph | 117 km |
| 2004 | Frances | Category 2 | 109 mph | 176 km |
| 2000 | Gordon | Category 1 | 75 mph | 216 km |
| 1999 | Floyd | Category 3 | 115 mph | 290 km |
| 1999 | Irene | Category 1 | 75 mph | 204 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 1 | 86 mph | 212 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
622 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 48 fatalities, 603 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Feb 2, 2007 | EF3 | 22 km | 16.2 mi | 8 |
| Feb 2, 2007 | EF3 | 35 km | 26.0 mi | 13 |
| Feb 22, 1998 | EF3 | 66 km | 18.0 mi | 3 |
| Feb 22, 1998 | EF3 | 69 km | 16.0 mi | 13 |
| Nov 1, 1997 | EF3 | 98 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 1983 | EF3 | 64 km | 10.0 mi | 3 |
| Mar 19, 1981 | EF3 | 79 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 31, 1975 | EF3 | 23 km | 2.0 mi | 1 |
| Oct 12, 2023 | EF2 | 88 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 12, 2023 | EF2 | 69 km | 5.6 mi | 0 |
| Aug 18, 2020 | EF2 | 58 km | 4.6 mi | 0 |
| Sep 10, 2017 | EF2 | 99 km | 0.6 mi | 0 |
| Dec 25, 2006 | EF2 | 87 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 25, 2006 | EF2 | 62 km | 2.8 mi | 0 |
| Dec 25, 2006 | EF2 | 90 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 29, 2001 | EF2 | 93 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 29, 2001 | EF2 | 43 km | 22.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 3, 1998 | EF2 | 56 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 22, 1998 | EF2 | 82 km | 8.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 24, 1995 | EF2 | 70 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (121,213 acres, 1998).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 121,213 | 74 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 24,956 | 87 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 19,129 | 76 km |
| 2001 | STAGECOACH COMPLEX | 14,079 | 90 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 13,806 | 89 km |
| 2006 | JUNIPER | 11,998 | 31 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 9,972 | 89 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 9,807 | 86 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 9,705 | 51 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 9,554 | 82 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 8,382 | 90 km |
| 2009 | JUNIPER SPRINGS | 8,363 | 31 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 7,345 | 97 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 7,078 | 87 km |
| 2011 | SANTE FE | 6,497 | 87 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 6,345 | 75 km |
| 1995 | UNNAMED | 5,474 | 78 km |
| 2011 | ESPANOLA FIRE | 5,468 | 75 km |
| 2012 | UNNAMED | 5,431 | 36 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 4,948 | 70 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 5.7 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in |
Ocklawaha has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 55°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.1") and November the driest (2.3").