Sarasota weather
At 12:00 AM local time it was cloudy and 23°C (73°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 6 PM (4.1 mm total). Best months for weather: Oct–May. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Sarasota, Florida, United States.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 100%
- Chance of rain
- 1%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 6 PM (4.1 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Oct–MayOff season Jun–Sep
About Sarasota weather
Is it raining in Sarasota right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 23° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 6 PM (4.1 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Sarasota this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 26–29° and lows of 20–23°. Rain is likely on 2 of 7 days (Sunday, Tuesday). The driest day looks like Saturday.
Has it been raining in Sarasota lately?
Barely. The past 7 days were mostly dry, with 0.0 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Sarasota?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Sarasota weather by month
When is the best time to visit Sarasota?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Sarasota is Oct–May, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jun–Sep tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 20°C (69°F) in January to 30°C (87°F) in June.
What is the rainiest month in Sarasota?
August is the wettest month, with about 234 mm (9.2 in) of rain on average. November is the driest, with about 48 mm (1.9 in).
What is the hottest month in Sarasota?
June is the warmest, with average highs of 30°C (87°F) and lows of 25°C (76°F). January is the coolest, with highs of 20°C (69°F) and lows of 12°C (53°F).
Does Sarasota have a rainy season?
Yes. Jun–Sep is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Feb, Apr, Nov is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months