Weather & Climate in Pine Lakes, FL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Pine Lakes enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 55 feet.
Temperature
57°F Jan (14°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 70.3°F |
| 30% above US avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 55 ft (17 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 871/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.9398°N, 81.4306°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Lake County County |
| Nearest Airport | Orlando Sanford International (SFB) 16 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 91.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 49.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 49.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Relatively High |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Very High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | No Rating |
| Lightning | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very 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 | Milton | Category 4 | 132 mph | 94 km |
| 2024 | Helene | Category 4 | 138 mph | 244 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 218 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 232 km |
| 2022 | Ian | Category 5 | 155 mph | 130 km |
| 2022 | Nicole | Category 1 | 75 mph | 186 km |
| 2019 | Dorian | Category 4 | 144 mph | 188 km |
| 2017 | Irma | Category 1 | 92 mph | 111 km |
| 2016 | Matthew | Category 4 | 132 mph | 90 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 289 km |
| 2014 | Arthur | Category 1 | 81 mph | 251 km |
| 2005 | Wilma | Category 3 | 121 mph | 263 km |
| 2005 | Ophelia | Category 1 | 75 mph | 211 km |
| 2004 | Charley | Category 4 | 150 mph | 29 km |
| 2004 | Jeanne | Category 3 | 121 mph | 118 km |
| 2004 | Frances | Category 2 | 109 mph | 151 km |
| 2000 | Gordon | Category 1 | 75 mph | 254 km |
| 1999 | Floyd | Category 3 | 127 mph | 249 km |
| 1999 | Irene | Category 1 | 75 mph | 154 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 1 | 86 mph | 171 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
573 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 71 fatalities, 808 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Feb 2, 2007 | EF3 | 16 km | 26.0 mi | 13 |
| Feb 2, 2007 | EF3 | 61 km | 16.2 mi | 8 |
| Feb 22, 1998 | EF3 | 28 km | 16.0 mi | 13 |
| Feb 22, 1998 | EF3 | 79 km | 28.0 mi | 25 |
| Feb 22, 1998 | EF3 | 58 km | 18.0 mi | 3 |
| Nov 1, 1997 | EF3 | 50 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 19, 1981 | EF3 | 49 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 31, 1975 | EF3 | 74 km | 2.0 mi | 1 |
| Jun 19, 1972 | EF3 | 98 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 5, 1970 | EF3 | 71 km | 1.9 mi | 0 |
| Oct 12, 2023 | EF2 | 72 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 18, 2020 | EF2 | 14 km | 4.6 mi | 0 |
| Sep 10, 2017 | EF2 | 64 km | 1.6 mi | 0 |
| Sep 10, 2017 | EF2 | 89 km | 1.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 10, 2017 | EF2 | 98 km | 0.6 mi | 0 |
| Dec 25, 2006 | EF2 | 46 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 25, 2006 | EF2 | 16 km | 2.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 29, 2001 | EF2 | 92 km | 22.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 22, 1998 | EF2 | 41 km | 8.0 mi | 1 |
| Feb 22, 1998 | EF2 | 50 km | 5.0 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 | 37 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 45,954 | 53 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 24,956 | 74 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 19,129 | 40 km |
| 2011 | IRON HORSE | 18,234 | 52 km |
| 2001 | STAGECOACH COMPLEX | 14,079 | 83 km |
| 2006 | JUNIPER | 11,998 | 40 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 9,972 | 39 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 9,807 | 67 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 9,705 | 23 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 9,554 | 58 km |
| 1993 | UNNAMED | 9,422 | 63 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 8,382 | 41 km |
| 2009 | JUNIPER SPRINGS | 8,363 | 41 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 7,345 | 90 km |
| 2017 | NORTH CANE | 7,024 | 63 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 6,345 | 45 km |
| 1995 | UNNAMED | 5,474 | 90 km |
| 2011 | ESPANOLA FIRE | 5,468 | 67 km |
| 1986 | UNNAMED | 5,442 | 99 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 60°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 8.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.1 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 6.9 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 2.7 in |
Pine Lakes has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 57°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.7") and November the driest (2.3").