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Weather & Climate in Perry, FL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Perry 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 55.0 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 46 feet.
Temperature
55°F Jan (13°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 69.3°F |
| 28% above US avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 9.4 sq mi (24.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 745/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.1091°N, 83.5823°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Madison County County |
| Nearest Airport | Valdosta Regional (VLD) 50 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 | 17 km |
| 2024 | Milton | Category 2 | 81 mph | 295 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 29 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 15 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 160 km |
| 2017 | Irma | Category 1 | 75 mph | 251 km |
| 2016 | Matthew | Category 3 | 115 mph | 277 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 45 km |
| 2004 | Jeanne | Category 2 | 86 mph | 280 km |
| 2004 | Charley | Category 1 | 86 mph | 256 km |
| 2000 | Gordon | Category 1 | 75 mph | 236 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 81 mph | 204 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 1 | 92 mph | 181 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 147 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 3 | 115 mph | 110 km |
| 1985 | Bob | Category 1 | 75 mph | 299 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
272 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 22 fatalities, 136 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Mar 3, 2019 | EF3 | 68 km | 8.8 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF3 | 99 km | 24.7 mi | 11 |
| Feb 19, 2009 | EF3 | 82 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1988 | EF3 | 41 km | 12.0 mi | 4 |
| Feb 27, 1984 | EF3 | 40 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 25, 1960 | EF3 | 92 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 2024 | EF2 | 95 km | 24.8 mi | 2 |
| Feb 4, 2024 | EF2 | 82 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Jan 22, 2017 | EF2 | 96 km | 18.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 2014 | EF2 | 84 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Feb 18, 2009 | EF2 | 96 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Feb 18, 2009 | EF2 | 92 km | 10.4 mi | 0 |
| Mar 7, 2008 | EF2 | 90 km | 1.5 mi | 1 |
| Mar 7, 2008 | EF2 | 31 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
| Mar 13, 2001 | EF2 | 59 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 29, 1998 | EF2 | 51 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 1993 | EF2 | 96 km | 1.0 mi | 3 |
| Nov 5, 1988 | EF2 | 37 km | 8.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 19, 1988 | EF2 | 63 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1983 | EF2 | 79 km | 15.0 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 | 55 km |
| 2004 | EAST FORK | 26,251 | 95 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 25,845 | 29 km |
| 2021 | BU 360 361 362 363 | 24,747 | 94 km |
| 1998 | HOLIDAY | 24,666 | 95 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 24,574 | 94 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 18,704 | 95 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 11,747 | 85 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 10,261 | 87 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 10,098 | 78 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 9,352 | 97 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 9,252 | 84 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 9,117 | 78 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 8,334 | 100 km |
| 1999 | COW HOUSE | 8,301 | 84 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 8,190 | 87 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 8,108 | 99 km |
| 2021 | BU 305/306 | 7,904 | 91 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 7,893 | 94 km |
| 2020 | BU 315/316/318 | 7,892 | 84 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 6.2 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 8.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| November | 62°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 3.8 in |
Perry has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 55°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.3") and October the driest (2.4").