The best times to visit Monticello for ideal weather are

March 12th to May 27th

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

 

 


Other Monticello Travel Info

Weather in Monticello

Temperature

Average temperatures in Monticello vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice some of the year, but often too hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 26th 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 Monticello, the hottest months are August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 95.6°F (35.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 73.4°F (23°C) at night.

Monticello Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Monticello 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.

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Monticello Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Monticello 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 66.3 51.6 38.4
Feb 69.1 53.7 39.6
Mar 77.1 61.2 45.8
Apr 83.2 68.3 53.4
May 89.5 75.5 61.7
Jun 94.3 80.9 70.4
Jul 94.1 81.4 72.3
Aug 94 81.6 72.9
Sep 91 78.6 68.8
Oct 84.2 69.5 56.6
Nov 75.2 59.3 45.3
Dec 70.9 55.9 43.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 19.1 10.9 3.6
Feb 20.6 12.1 4.2
Mar 25.1 16.2 7.7
Apr 28.4 20.2 11.9
May 31.9 24.2 16.5
Jun 34.6 27.2 21.3
Jul 34.5 27.4 22.4
Aug 34.4 27.6 22.7
Sep 32.8 25.9 20.4
Oct 29 20.8 13.7
Nov 24 15.2 7.4
Dec 21.6 13.3 6.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Monticello are October, May, and then November. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid May. For example, on the week of May 7th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late June with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of June 25th.

When can you find snow in Monticello? 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 Monticello.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Monticello (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 20% 0 3.9
Feb 21% 0 5
Mar 17% 0 4.4
Apr 16% 0 5.1
May 13% 0 2.5
Jun 29% 0 6.8
Jul 35% 0 6
Aug 33% 0 8.2
Sep 22% 0 3.9
Oct 11% 0 2.7
Nov 15% 0 3.9
Dec 22% 0 5.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 20 0 9.9
Feb 21 0 12.7
Mar 17 0 11.2
Apr 16 0 13
May 13 0 6.4
Jun 29 0 17.3
Jul 35 0 15.2
Aug 33 0 20.8
Sep 22 0 9.9
Oct 11 0 6.9
Nov 15 0 9.9
Dec 22 0 14.2

 

Humidity and Wind

Monticello has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is March (52.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (68.2%).

Wind in Monticello is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by April and May. March’s average wind speed of around 5.3 knots (6 MPH or 9.7 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 13.9 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 4.9 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
Feb 4.8 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Mar 5.3 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Apr 5.1 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
May 4.9 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Jun 4.2 Light breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Jul 3.8 Barely noticeable 13.1 Significant breeze
Aug 3.7 Barely noticeable 12.3 Significant breeze
Sep 4.1 Light breeze 10.6 Significant breeze
Oct 4.3 Light breeze 10.7 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.5 Light breeze 10.5 Significant breeze
Dec 4.5 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 57.8%
Feb 56.3%
Mar 52.9%
Apr 55.3%
May 53.7%
Jun 61.6%
Jul 66.5%
Aug 68.2%
Sep 64.3%
Oct 59.1%
Nov 58.7%
Dec 64.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Monticello?

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 Monticello, FL, US is July, followed by October and June. 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 Monticello in January. 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 46.7 in January means 46.7% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Monticello Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 92.6°F (33.7°C) and 71.6°F (22°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

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 9 to 11 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Monticello, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 92.4°F (33.6°C) and 72.7°F (22.6°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 7 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Monticello to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 72.5°F (22.5°C) and 65.6°F (18.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 7 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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