October 2022 Sunshine State Stats
Central Florida weather cooled a bit in the first full month of fall with temperatures that fell into the 50s. While evenings and early mornings were cool, daily high temps reached into the high 80s and low 90s. The average temperature for October 2022 was 74 degrees, which was 7 degrees lower than last month’s average. The average high was 84 degrees while the average low was 64 degrees.
The highest daily recorded temperature (data from the Leesburg KLEE weather station) in October was 91 degrees and the lowest 50 – the highest daily recorded temperature in September 2022 was 95 degrees and the lowest 63. Rainfall was below average in October. The total precipitation for the month was 1.15 inches, well below the October average rainfall of 2.54 inches.
Daily high temperatures reached over 80 degrees 27 days in October. The fall season brought a slight cooldown to daily temperatures.
November forecast:
Expect daily highs to begin cooling slightly in November to the low 80s and high 70s. Be alert for late-season tropical storm and hurricane activity heading toward Central Florida. Central Florida’s rainy season is winding down, expect less rain and thunderstorms during the month.
HVAC use may be starting to decrease with cooler daily and evening temperatures. For Floridians, HVAC use is a longer span (typically early spring to late fall) than in other parts of the country and runs more frequently. It is likely the highest energy user in your home. Before winter temperatures set in, schedule an HVAC tune up with a qualified technician.
To check historical usage, log into SmartHub to view past bills and consumption charts. If your usage is high, SECO offers several energy-efficiency tools to help you identify energy wasters. Take the Home Energy Assessment to receive a detailed email tailored to your home’s features and lifestyle. The energy-saving advice will provide low-cost ways to decrease your usage – and your electric bill.
To easily calculate how much energy your appliances, lighting, electronic devices, and other energy-using items in your home consume, use the Energy Estimator.
