The best times to visit Amelia Island for ideal weather are

February 5th to May 13th

or

October 15th to December 30th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Amelia Island Travel Info

Weather in Amelia Island

Temperature

Average temperatures in Amelia Island vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 48th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Amelia Island, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 91.6°F (33.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 76.6°F (24.8°C) at night.

Amelia Island Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Amelia Island Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Amelia Island Perceived Temperature (F)

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Amelia Island Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Amelia Island Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 66.4 56.1 48
Feb 67.7 57.9 50.4
Mar 73.1 62.8 54.7
Apr 79.4 70.7 63.5
May 83.4 75.9 68.9
Jun 88.5 80.6 74.2
Jul 90 82 75.9
Aug 90.1 81.5 75.4
Sep 86.4 79.7 74
Oct 80.3 72.6 65.5
Nov 72.2 63.7 56.6
Dec 70.7 61.7 54.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 19.1 13.4 8.9
Feb 19.8 14.4 10.2
Mar 22.8 17.1 12.6
Apr 26.3 21.5 17.5
May 28.6 24.4 20.5
Jun 31.4 27 23.4
Jul 32.2 27.8 24.4
Aug 32.3 27.5 24.1
Sep 30.2 26.5 23.3
Oct 26.8 22.6 18.6
Nov 22.3 17.6 13.7
Dec 21.5 16.5 12.5

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Amelia Island are November, December, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late April. For example, on the week of April 23rd there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early August with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of July 30th.

When can you find snow in Amelia Island? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Amelia Island.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Amelia Island (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 15% 0 2.9
Feb 16% 0 2.6
Mar 14% 0 2.2
Apr 14% 0 3.3
May 15% 0 3.1
Jun 22% 0 6.1
Jul 24% 0 4.9
Aug 31% 0 7.1
Sep 24% 0 5.1
Oct 14% 0 2.6
Nov 11% 0 1.6
Dec 11% 0 2.3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 15 0 7.4
Feb 16 0 6.6
Mar 14 0 5.6
Apr 14 0 8.4
May 15 0 7.9
Jun 22 0 15.5
Jul 24 0 12.4
Aug 31 0 18
Sep 24 0 13
Oct 14 0 6.6
Nov 11 0 4.1
Dec 11 0 5.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Amelia Island has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is March (65.6% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (75.1%).

Wind in Amelia Island is usually calm. The windiest month is November, followed by May and April. November’s average wind speed of around 6.7 knots (7.7 MPH or 12.5 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late February and early March where average top sustained speeds reach 15.2 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Amelia Island.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6 Light breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Feb 6.1 Light breeze 13 Significant breeze
Mar 6.5 Light breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Apr 6.6 Light breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
May 6.7 Light breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Jun 6.3 Light breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Jul 5.6 Light breeze 13 Significant breeze
Aug 5.5 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Sep 5.8 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Oct 5.6 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Nov 6.7 Light breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Dec 5.6 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 66.9%
Feb 67.5%
Mar 65.6%
Apr 69.5%
May 66.9%
Jun 69.3%
Jul 72.6%
Aug 73.2%
Sep 75%
Oct 69.4%
Nov 72.6%
Dec 75.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Amelia Island?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Amelia Island, FL, US is July, followed by June and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Amelia Island in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 40.6 in November means 40.6% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Amelia Island Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 86.2°F (30.1°C) and 68.5°F (20.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 7 to 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Amelia Island, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 88.3°F (31.3°C) and 69°F (20.6°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 7 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Amelia Island to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 71.7°F (22.1°C) and 64.5°F (18.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 5 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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