When is the best time to go to Sanibel Island?

When is the best time to go to Sanibel Island? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months for good weather in Sanibel Island are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December
  • On average, the warmest months are May, June, July, August, September and October
  • The rainiest months are July, August and September
  • The best months for swimming are May, June, July, August, September and October


Annual weather in Sanibel Island

For full information about the climate and weather in Sanibel Island a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

Month
January 63°F/72°F
2.9in
February 65°F/74°F
2.1in
March 67°F/76°F
2.6in
April 72°F/81°F
3.2in
May 77°F/85°F
7.1in
June 81°F/88°F
12.5in
July 83°F/88°F
15.4in
August 83°F/90°F
18in
September 81°F/88°F
15.3in
October 77°F/85°F
6.5in
November 70°F/79°F
2.9in
December 67°F/76°F
2.5in


Weather and climate in Sanibel Island

Sanibel Island enjoys a tropical savanna climate (with dry winter) in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Sanibel Island is 81°F (ranging from 72°F in january to 90°F in august). Annual rainfall is 90.9in, with a minimum of 2.1in in february and a maximum of 18in in august.
  • Between the months of january and march the climate is perfect. the thermometer goes up to 76°F°C and it rains in march about 2.6in.
  • Between the months of april and may the climate is good. It is for example 85°F as maximum temperature in may and it rains about 7.1in each month.
  • From june to september the climate is just OK. By early evening, the temperature averages 85°F and, in september, 19 days of rain are expected.
  • From october to november the climate is favorable. By early evening, the temperature averages 76°F.
  • In the month of december the climate is perfect. In average, on the morning it is 67°F and it rains in december about 2.5in.

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Charts: temperature and rainfall in Sanibel Island

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Sanibel Island: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, sea temperature, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Sea temperature

Humidity



Best time for low prices in Sanibel Island

Average prices of hotels in Sanibel Island month by month

Generally, September is the month with the lowest hotel prices in Sanibel Island. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, February is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

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Average price of hiring a car in Sanibel Island

On average, it costs $ 107 per day to hire a car in Sanibel Island. This price varies by $ 34 depending on the month. In june, hiring a car costs an average of $ 93 per 24 hours, so this is the best time to save money! In contrast, the average price in august is $ 126.

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