Geography of Florida
Geography of Florida: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Florida
Alabama is 180 mi to the north-west, Gulf State Park is 201 mi to the west, Savannah is 220 mi to the north-east and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is 221 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 30°26′17.9″N 84°16′50.5″W (30.4383, -84.2807)
Quick facts about Florida
| Type | State |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 30°26′17.9″N 84°16′50.5″W (30.4383, -84.2807) |
| Capital | Tallahassee |
| Population | 22.600.000 |
| Area | 65.758 sq mi |
| Abbreviation | FL |
| Time zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 7:18 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | April, June, October and November |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by national park in Florida
3 national parks mapped in this atlas
Geography by state park in Florida
2 state and provincial parks mapped in this atlas
Geography by unesco world heritage site in Florida
1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Geography by city in Florida
4 cities mapped in this atlas
Geography by beach in Florida
2 beaches mapped in this atlas
Geography by island in Florida
1 islands mapped in this atlas
Geography by county in Florida
5 counties mapped in this atlas
Summary
Florida is a state in United States. Florida is a US state with its capital at Tallahassee. It has a population of about 22.6 million. The capital is Tallahassee.
Right now it is 94°F (35°C) in Florida with clear sky. It feels like 99°F. Today runs from 72°F to 97°F. Chance of precipitation is 6%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.2/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Florida is April, June, October and November. The climate is temperate. January, July and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 92°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 41°F.
The closest major airport is Orlando International Airport (MCO), about 226 mi away. Nearby highlights include Biscayne National Park, Dry Tortugas National Park, Everglades National Park and Universal Orlando Resort.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 97°F is 5.2°F above the 91°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. driving is the strongest bet in Florida today at 9.5/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Florida month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60° | 41° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 68° | 48° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 75° | 54° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 81° | 59° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 87° | 67° | 6,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 91° | 72° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 92° | 75° | 6,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 91° | 74° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 88° | 70° | 6,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 80° | 60° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 73° | 54° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 65° | 46° | 5,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Florida?
Florida is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 30.4383, -84.2807. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Florida right now?
It is currently 94°F (35°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 42% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Florida?
April, June, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Florida, which has a temperate climate. January, July and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Florida in?
Florida observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 7:18 PM.
How many people live in Florida?
Florida has a population of approximately 22.6 million.
What is the nearest airport to Florida?
The closest airports are Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), 221 mi away, Orlando International Airport (MCO), 226 mi away and Miami International Airport (MIA), 403 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Florida?
Popular options include Biscayne National Park, Dry Tortugas National Park, Everglades National Park, Universal Orlando Resort, Walt Disney World Resort and Blue Spring State Park.
What places are in Florida?
Florida covers 18 places in this atlas, including Biscayne National Park, Dry Tortugas National Park, Everglades National Park, Blue Spring State Park, Everglades (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Key West.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 7:18 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
