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Weather & Climate in Steinhatchee, FL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Steinhatchee enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 53°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 57.9 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 16 feet.
Temperature
53°F Jan (12°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 68.2°F |
| 26% above US avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 314 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 117/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.6870°N, 83.3771°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Dixie County County |
| Nearest Airport | Gainesville Regional (GNV) 66 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 35.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 57.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 3.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Relatively Moderate |
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 | 39 km |
| 2024 | Milton | Category 3 | 121 mph | 244 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 12 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 32 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 203 km |
| 2017 | Irma | Category 1 | 75 mph | 201 km |
| 2016 | Matthew | Category 3 | 121 mph | 259 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 84 km |
| 2004 | Charley | Category 4 | 86 mph | 221 km |
| 2004 | Jeanne | Category 2 | 109 mph | 231 km |
| 2000 | Gordon | Category 1 | 75 mph | 192 km |
| 1998 | Earl | Category 1 | 81 mph | 229 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 1 | 86 mph | 162 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 107 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 158 km |
| 1985 | Bob | Category 1 | 75 mph | 291 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
187 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 10 fatalities, 82 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 19, 1988 | EF3 | 85 km | 12.0 mi | 4 |
| Feb 27, 1984 | EF3 | 45 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 25, 1960 | EF3 | 92 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 7, 2008 | EF2 | 90 km | 1.5 mi | 1 |
| Mar 7, 2008 | EF2 | 27 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
| Mar 13, 2001 | EF2 | 81 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Sep 29, 1998 | EF2 | 73 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 1993 | EF2 | 52 km | 1.0 mi | 3 |
| Nov 5, 1988 | EF2 | 76 km | 8.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 23, 1983 | EF2 | 46 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 11, 1982 | EF2 | 91 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1978 | EF2 | 91 km | 12.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 1978 | EF2 | 96 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 6, 1975 | EF2 | 39 km | 22.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 21, 1974 | EF2 | 92 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| Dec 21, 1972 | EF2 | 65 km | 12.2 mi | 0 |
| Oct 27, 1972 | EF2 | 25 km | 3.4 mi | 0 |
| Oct 27, 1972 | EF2 | 96 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 25, 1970 | EF2 | 49 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jul 3, 1970 | EF2 | 49 km | 0.1 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 | 40 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 25,845 | 68 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 4,859 | 37 km |
| 2011 | UNNAMED | 4,430 | 90 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 4,336 | 83 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 4,231 | 94 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 3,910 | 40 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 3,687 | 89 km |
| 2020 | BU 12-26 120-138 | 3,566 | 83 km |
| 1989 | UNNAMED | 3,527 | 46 km |
| 2008 | UNNAMED | 3,489 | 92 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 3,465 | 60 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 3,343 | 90 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,337 | 87 km |
| 2011 | BAD LAND | 3,086 | 90 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 2,577 | 66 km |
| 2005 | UNNAMED | 2,455 | 96 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 2,312 | 83 km |
| 2009 | UNNAMED | 2,275 | 87 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 2,266 | 91 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 6.3 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 9.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 6.1 in | |
| October | 71°F (21°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in |
Steinhatchee has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 53°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.1") and October the driest (2.5").