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Weather & Climate in Williston Highlands, FL
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Williston Highlands 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 57.1 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 106 feet.
Temperature
55°F Jan (13°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 69.2°F |
| 28% above US avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 314 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 106 ft (32 m) |
| Area | 11.3 sq mi (29.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 284/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.3336°N, 82.5357°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Levy County County |
| Nearest Airport | Ocala International-Jim Taylor Field (OCF) 22 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 66.1 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 93.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 9.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Relatively Moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Hurricane History
21 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 | 129 km |
| 2024 | Milton | Category 3 | 121 mph | 176 km |
| 2024 | Debby | Category 1 | 81 mph | 102 km |
| 2023 | Idalia | Category 4 | 132 mph | 119 km |
| 2022 | Ian | Category 4 | 150 mph | 230 km |
| 2022 | Nicole | Category 1 | 75 mph | 291 km |
| 2019 | Dorian | Category 3 | 115 mph | 279 km |
| 2018 | Michael | Category 5 | 161 mph | 293 km |
| 2017 | Irma | Category 1 | 92 mph | 130 km |
| 2016 | Matthew | Category 3 | 127 mph | 182 km |
| 2016 | Hermine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 173 km |
| 2004 | Charley | Category 4 | 144 mph | 132 km |
| 2004 | Jeanne | Category 3 | 121 mph | 157 km |
| 2004 | Frances | Category 2 | 104 mph | 233 km |
| 2000 | Gordon | Category 1 | 75 mph | 193 km |
| 1999 | Irene | Category 1 | 75 mph | 265 km |
| 1995 | Erin | Category 1 | 86 mph | 219 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 127 mph | 137 km |
| 1985 | Kate | Category 2 | 98 mph | 242 km |
| 1985 | Bob | Category 1 | 75 mph | 235 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
392 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 20 fatalities, 200 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Feb 2, 2007 | EF3 | 69 km | 16.2 mi | 8 |
| Apr 9, 1983 | EF3 | 68 km | 10.0 mi | 3 |
| Dec 31, 1975 | EF3 | 45 km | 2.0 mi | 1 |
| Feb 25, 1960 | EF3 | 97 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Oct 12, 2023 | EF2 | 55 km | 5.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 7, 2008 | EF2 | 96 km | 1.5 mi | 1 |
| Dec 25, 2006 | EF2 | 87 km | 2.7 mi | 0 |
| Mar 29, 2001 | EF2 | 97 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 29, 2001 | EF2 | 43 km | 22.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 3, 1998 | EF2 | 41 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 1995 | EF2 | 86 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 7, 1995 | EF2 | 55 km | 12.0 mi | 1 |
| Mar 12, 1993 | EF2 | 41 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 12, 1993 | EF2 | 38 km | 1.0 mi | 3 |
| Jun 25, 1988 | EF2 | 60 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 1987 | EF2 | 90 km | 12.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 14, 1986 | EF2 | 41 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 31, 1985 | EF2 | 88 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 27, 1984 | EF2 | 70 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1983 | EF2 | 56 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 | 83 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 13,873 | 92 km |
| 2007 | UNNAMED | 13,806 | 68 km |
| 2006 | JUNIPER | 11,998 | 83 km |
| 2009 | JUNIPER SPRINGS | 8,363 | 82 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 7,078 | 59 km |
| 2011 | SANTE FE | 6,497 | 68 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 4,864 | 85 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 4,859 | 79 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 4,503 | 100 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 4,336 | 10 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 4,231 | 19 km |
| 1996 | MAJOR 1 | 4,067 | 84 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 3,972 | 49 km |
| 2004 | SANTA FE SWAMP FIRE | 3,924 | 68 km |
| 2019 | CPT 243 FARLES | 3,613 | 87 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,337 | 12 km |
| 2011 | BAD LAND | 3,086 | 13 km |
| 1985 | RANGE | 2,971 | 94 km |
| 2010 | BOMBING RANGE NINE 21 | 2,911 | 84 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 6.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 5.9 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in |
Williston Highlands has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 55°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.6") and October the driest (2.2").