Discover the Last Time Southwest Florida Experienced Freezing Conditions
Southwest Florida recently experienced its second cold front of the season. This brought temperatures below 70 degrees for the first time since April 23. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), this early October dip was brief. Fort Myers recorded lows of 68 and 67 degrees on Sunday and Monday, respectively.
Anticipating Cooler Temperatures
Residents eagerly await cooler weather following an extended warm period. Temperatures have mainly remained above 70 degrees since Easter. Historically, Fort Myers sees temperatures in the 50s by October 28. Last year, these temperatures didn’t occur until November 16. In contrast, the earliest recorded sub-55 degree low in Fort Myers was on October 10.
Bracing for the 40s
- The region typically experiences temperatures in the 40s by November 23.
- In 2022, it happened on November 24, close to the historical average.
- The last recorded freezing temperature in Fort Myers was on January 11, 2010.
Historical Weather Analysis
Fort Myers holds comprehensive weather data dating back to the late 1800s. However, records from 1902 are deemed the most accurate by NWS standards. Freezing conditions were last documented in December 1917, marking the earliest occurrence of such severe cold.
Current Weather Outlook
La Nina conditions are predicted to influence the region’s climate. This potentially leads to a warmer and drier winter. NOAA indicates a high probability of above-average temperatures and rainfall between now and year-end. However, Southwest Florida is partially under abnormally dry conditions after a notably dry rainy season. This season saw only 30.5 inches of rainfall, a stark contrast to the previous year’s 63.6 inches.
Emegypt will continue to provide updates on weather changes and forecasts for Southwest Florida. Stay informed about any significant drops in temperature as the year progresses.
