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June 2024 Sunshine State Stats

In June 2024, the average high and low temperatures climbed higher from last month, along with increased rainfall and thunderstorm activity across Central Florida. The month’s average high temperature was 93 degrees, 2 degrees higher than in May. The average low was 75, an increase of 4 degrees. The high and low June average temperatures were 2 degrees higher than the “normal” averages as recorded at Leesburg International Airport (KLEE). The month’s highest temperature of 98 degrees occurred on June 6, 8, and 9; the lowest temperature was recorded on June 2, touching 69 degrees.

June 2024 temperatures and rainfall

Reported rainfall in June totaled 5.77 inches, .83 inches higher than in May, but still .36 inches lower than the “normal” amount for June. Measurable rainfall occurred on 13 of 30 days and did not begin until June 11. The rainiest day was June 28, when 2.48 inches fell. 

 

WeatherSentry detected 6,777 cloud-to-ground lightning strikes within a 20-mile radius of Leesburg International Airport in June. The most active period was the last 14 days of the month when lightning struck 5535 times versus 1242 times during the first 16 days. 

 

 

Lightning Archive Report – 20-mile radius from Leesburg International Airport (KLEE) 

Data and charts provided by weathersentry.dtn.com 

 

early June 2024 lightning strikes

Cloud to Ground Lightning – June 1-16, 2024 (1242 strikes) 

 

 

Late June 2024 lightning strikes

Cloud to Ground Lightning – June 17-30, 2024 (5535 strikes) 

 

 

Florida residents know that thunderstorm activity is expected to be a mainstay of Central Florida’s summer weather, and SECO Energy reminds members to take shelter quickly if a thunderstorm approaches. Stay connected to SECO’s StormCenter for updates on outages and restoration progress. SECO offers a meter-based surge arrester designed to protect large appliances (motors and compressors) by reducing surges at the meter BEFORE they enter the home. Members can lease or purchase the Surge MitiGator surge protection program by completing a contact form. 

 

Hurricane Season is now in its second month. It is important to prepare in advance for a storm’s arrival. Please refer to the SECO Energy Hurricane Handbook online here, or pick up a printed copy at one of our Member Service Centers. 

  

July forecast from The Old Farmer’s Almanac:

The Old Farmer’s Almanac weather forecast for July 2024 is isolated thunderstorms and hot temps in the first 12 days, followed by five days of warm temps and continued storm activity. A three-day break of sunny and warm conditions is projected for June 19-21, and July is expected to conclude with more scattered thunderstorms and hot conditions during the final ten days. 

 

The estimated average temperature for July is 85 degrees, and the expected rainfall is 6 inches, 1 inch less than the July average.

 

Online Energy-Efficiency Tools

Log into SmartHub to view past bills and consumption charts to check historical usage. If you want help in reducing your energy usage, 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.

June 2023 Sunshine State Stats

In June 2023, temperatures and rainfall moved upward from May as summer arrived with days of intense heat and heavy precipitation. The rainfall total for the month was 6.75 inches, which was an increase of 3.25 inches over May’s tally, and over twice the amount measured one year ago. June featured an increased pattern of afternoon thunderstorms, and Tropical Storms Arlene, Bret and Cindy formed but none had a significant impact on Central Florida.

 

June 2023 Sunshine State Stats temps

 

The average temperature for June 2023 was 81 degrees, which was 5 degrees higher than last month’s average. The average low was 72 degrees, a 4-degree increase over May, and the average high temperature jumped from 86 degrees in May to 90 degrees in June. With afternoon temperatures routinely settling at and above 90 degrees, members will likely experience increased kilowatt hour (kWh) usage as HVAC use becomes more frequent in combating sweltering heat. HVAC is the largest energy user in Central Florida homes – accounting for 35 to 40% of kWh usage on average.

  

The heat index – the apparent temperature or what the temperature feels like when combined with relative humidity – climbed in June 2023. The heat index for most of Central Florida in late June was between 100 and 110 degrees. In small pockets, the heat index rose to 110 to 120 degrees (source: National Weather Service).

 

The lowest recorded temperature in June was 66 degrees, while the highest daily recorded temperature was 96 (data from the Leesburg KLEE weather station). Daily high temperatures reached 90 degrees or higher nineteen times in June. The highest daily recorded temperature in May was 93 degrees and the lowest was 60.

 

July forecast:  

 

The Old Farmer’s Almanac projects warm temps and scattered thunderstorms to persist throughout July in our area, with temperatures becoming milder in the third week of the month. Temperatures are forecast to average 84 degrees and precipitation is predicted to total 6 inches—one inch below average.

 

As usual, Atlantic hurricanes can and do appear during the June to November season. Keep your eyes on the tropics for early signs of disturbances that could strengthen and impact Florida. Take time to gather your hurricane/emergency supplies now, not later. Review our Hurricane Handbook for a list of supplies, and what actions to take before, during and after a storm. Remember, supplies sell out quickly once a storm is forecast to affect our area.  

  

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. 

 

June 2022 Sunshine State Stats

June 2022 was hot, hot, HOT! The average temperature for the month was 83 degrees, which was 4 degrees warmer than last month’s average. The average high was 92 degrees while the average low was 73 degrees.

 

June 2022 Sunshine State Stats temps

 

The highest daily recorded temperature (data from the Leesburg KLEE weather station) in June was 98 degrees and the lowest was 69 – the highest recorded daily temperature in May 2022 was 92 degrees and the lowest recorded daily temperature was 59. Parts of SECO Energy’s service area experienced heavy rain and winds in June while others stayed relatively dry. Rainfall measured 3.2 inches in June 2022, which is almost 3 inches below average.

 

Daily temperatures over 90 degrees were the norm for June – 26 days of the month the daily high temp reached 90 or higher. Summer temperatures are here to stay in Central Florida. Through September and into October, expect daily highs to reach into the 90s with lows in the 60s and 70s.

 

Atlantic hurricane season lasts through November 30. The Colorado State University (CSU) Tropical Meteorology Project team updated its 2022 Atlantic hurricane season forecast. According to these experts, expect well-above-average tropical storm and hurricane activity this season. For 2022, 20 named storms are predicted compared to the average of 14.4 named storms between 1991 and 2020. Now is the time to have a plan in place for hurricane season. Don’t wait until a storm is approaching to prepare. Read our Hurricane Handbook to learn more about what to do before, during and after a tropical storm or hurricane.

 

July forecast:

 

Daily high temperatures will reach into the 90s for July 2022. Expect almost daily thunderstorms during the first half of the month. Energy consumption increases in the summer months.

 

The EIA calculates the highest amount of electricity consumed in the U.S. is attributed to HVAC use. 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. Set your thermostat at 78 degrees or higher in the summer – every degree lower than 78 will increase your monthly bill by 6 to 8%.

 

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.