Orlando Golf Weather by Month: When to Play and What to Expect

Orlando is one of the few places in the country where you can play golf in every month of the year. That does not mean every month plays the same. The difference between a round in January and a round in July is not just a few degrees on the thermometer: it changes when you should tee off, how much water you carry, how fast the greens run and how likely you are to be chased off the course by a storm. This guide uses the official climate normals to show what each part of the year usually looks like.

Where these numbers come from

The figures below are NOAA’s 1991 to 2020 climate normals for the weather station at Orlando International Airport. A normal is a 30-year average, so it describes a typical month rather than any particular year. A cold front in February or a dry spell in June can move the real weather well away from the average, which is why it is still worth checking the forecast the night before your round.

Month	Normal high	Normal low	Normal rainfall
January	71.8°F	49.5°F	2.48 in
February	74.9°F	52.4°F	2.04 in
March	78.9°F	55.8°F	3.03 in
April	83.6°F	60.7°F	2.58 in
May	88.4°F	66.3°F	4.02 in
June	90.8°F	71.6°F	8.05 in
July	92.0°F	73.2°F	7.46 in
August	91.6°F	73.7°F	7.69 in
September	89.6°F	72.4°F	6.37 in
October	84.7°F	66.2°F	3.46 in
November	78.3°F	58.2°F	1.79 in
December	73.8°F	52.9°F	2.48 in

Add up the rainfall column and the normal year comes to about 51 inches. June through September alone account for roughly 29.6 inches, which is more than half of the total. November is the driest month on the list, and the months from November through April each average less than about three inches.

Winter: December to February

Winter is the season many visiting golfers come for. Normal highs sit in the low to mid 70s, and rain is light. The catch is the morning. Normal lows in January are just under 50°F, so an early tee time can start in a jacket and finish in short sleeves. Dew is often heavy on the first holes, and the greens may play slower until the sun has been on them for a while.

Because this is a popular time to play, it is sensible to book ahead, especially for weekends and holiday weeks. Many courses publish how far in advance the public can reserve, and it varies from a few days to about two weeks. The Courses notes the booking windows that courses list on their websites.

Spring: March to May

Spring warms up quickly. March still averages under 80°F, but by May the normal high is above 88°F. April is a sweet spot for many players: warm, usually dry and still comfortable in the afternoon. May is the month when summer habits start to matter again. Rain begins to rise, humidity climbs and a late-morning round can feel much hotter than the number on the forecast.

Summer: June to September

Summer golf in Orlando is very different. Normal highs stay around 90 to 92°F from June through August, the nights barely cool below the low 70s and the rain arrives in bursts rather than steady drizzle. Afternoon thunderstorms are common, which is why so many local golfers play at first light and are finished by lunch.

• Book the earliest time you can. It is the coolest part of the day, and it gives you the best chance of finishing before storms build.
• Plan for heat. The heat index can run well above the air temperature in humid weather. Our guide to Playing Golf in Orlando Heat: Heat Index, Warning Signs and First Aid covers the warning signs of heat illness.
• Have a lightning plan. The National Weather Service advises getting indoors at the first sound of thunder. See Lightning on the Golf Course: What to Do When Thunder Rolls in Orlando before you go.
• Expect softer conditions. After heavy rain, some courses restrict carts to the paths, which means more walking to your ball.

Fall: October and November

October is a transition month. The normal high drops to about 85°F and rainfall falls by nearly half compared with September. By November the weather is close to the winter pattern: highs in the upper 70s, cool mornings and the lowest normal rainfall of the year. Many golfers consider these two months among the best of the year for a trip.

Fall is also when the difference between morning and afternoon starts to shrink. In September a late tee time still means heat and a good chance of a storm; by November an afternoon round is often pleasant, although the shorter days leave less light to finish eighteen holes. Check sunset time before you book a late start.

Choosing your month

If you are flexible, the drier months from November to April offer the most comfortable golf, and early spring and late fall often combine mild weather with a little less demand than the peak of winter. If summer is when you can travel, the golf is still good. You simply play it on Florida’s terms: early, with plenty of water, and with an eye on the sky after midday.