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Sunshine State Stats December 2020

Happy New Year! There was no white Christmas in Florida for December 2020, but the temperatures were chilly dipping into the low 30s. Central Florida closed out 2020 with sun, cool morning temperatures and lower than average rainfall for December.

For December 2020 the average temperature was a cool 58 degrees, which 8 degrees lower than the average temperature of 66 degrees in December 2019. Thus, electric usage in December may be higher than last year due to heating needs. Two days in the month reached 80 degrees or over, while 5 days dipped into the 30s. The highest recorded temperature was 81 degrees and the lowest recorded temperature was 34 degrees. The average high temperature was 69 degrees and the average low temperature was 47 degrees.

Rainfall was lower than average at only .9 inches for the month. In December 2019, rainfall measured 3.7 inches.

Again, members may see an increase in their energy usage for December 2020. With temperatures fluctuating between low 80s and high 70s to 30s and 40s at night and in the early morning hours, members used their HVACs to cool during the day and for heat after the sun went down.

January forecast:

The January 2021 forecast calls for cool temperatures with highs in the 60s and lows in the 30s and 40s. Expect plenty of sunny days with the best chance of rain during the second week of the month.

According to The Old Farmer’s Almanac, winter and spring in Florida will be gorgeous! Expect normal precipitation and an average temperature of 58 – only 2 degrees below average in January. The average temperature is forecast at 4 degrees above average at 65 in February, with below-average rainfall expected. March is forecast to be warm with an average temperature of 69, which is 2 degrees above average, and rainfall is forecast to be slightly below average.

When was the last time your HVAC was serviced? If it’s been more than 6 months, consider scheduling an HVAC tune-up. Regular maintenance helps your unit run more efficiently, increases the unit’s lifespan and can diagnose small issues before they become bigger problems.

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.

Sunshine State Stats November 2020

November 2020 weather was warm with slightly fall-like temperatures in the early morning hours. The average temperature was a comfortable 72 degrees, which was 5 degrees higher than the average temperature of 67 degrees in November 2019. Sixteen days in the month reached 80 degrees or over. The highest recorded temperature was 86 degrees and the lowest recorded temperature was 52 degrees. The average high temperature was 80 degrees and the average low temperature was 63 degrees.

Central Floridians experienced cooler temperatures in the low to mid-50s early and later in the month. Rainfall was higher than average at 4.22 inches for the month due in part to Tropical Storm Eta. The average rainfall for November is 2.5 inches. Rainfall in November 2019 was only 1.2 inches.

SECO Energy’s service area received its first tropical storm activity of 2020 when Tropical Storm Eta brought heavy rains and winds to the area on November 12. The 2020 Atlantic hurricane season broke records with the most named storms in the year. Atlantic hurricane season officially ended on November 30.

December forecast:

The December 2020 forecast calls for a cold snap the first week of the month with temperatures dipping into the 30s. High temperatures are forecast in the low 60s to 70s with low temperatures in the mid 40s. Expect a traditional Florida Christmas with temperatures in the high 60s during the day and mid 40s at night.

Before winter temperatures arrive, consider scheduling an HVAC tune-up. Regular maintenance helps your unit run more efficiently and can diagnose small issues before they become bigger problems.

To easily calculate how much energy your appliances, lighting, electronic devices, and other energy-using items in your home consume, use the Energy Estimator.

Sunshine State Stats October 2020

October 2020 was the first full month of fall in Central Florida, but the weather was decidedly summer-like for the month. Nine days in the month reached 90 degrees or over and twenty days topped over 80 degrees. The average high was 87 degrees and the average low was 71. The highest recorded temperature of the month was 93 while the lowest recorded was 58 degrees. The average temperature came in at 79 degrees, a little bit lower than the average temperature of 81 degrees in October 2019.

Central Floridians were treated to cooler morning temperatures early and later in the month to remind us that fall is here. Rainfall was higher at 2.46 inches compared to only 1.3 inches last October.

October 2020 saw a Blue Moon on Halloween night. The last time there was a full moon on Halloween was in 1944. With the unprecedented happenings in 2020, you can add 13 full moons as another oddity for the year.

We are nearing the end of the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season on November 30. As of November 2, Hurricane Eta is threatening the northeastern coast of Nicaragua and is expected to make landfall on Tuesday, November 3, potentially as a strong hurricane. Remember to keep your hurricane supplies stocked and ready in case a late-season storm heads our way.

November forecast:

The November forecast shows slightly cooler weather for Central Florida with highs in the mid 80s with a cool down to the mid 70s closer to Thanksgiving. Look for sunny days with lows that dip into the 40s at night.

Before winter temperatures arrive, consider scheduling an HVAC tune-up. Regular maintenance helps your unit run more efficiently and can diagnose small issues before they become bigger problems.

To easily calculate how much energy your appliances, lighting, electronic devices, and other energy-using items in your home consume, use the Energy Estimator.

Sunshine State Stats August 2020

August in Central Florida was hot! The average high temperature was a melting 92 degrees while the average low was a warm 76 degrees. The average temperature for the month was 84. The highest recorded temperature was 96 degrees and the lowest recorded temperature was 73 degrees.

August was hot and drier than average. The average rainfall amount in August in Central Florida is 6.2 inches. In August 2020, rainfall was substantially lower than average at only 5.76 inches. Rainfall in August 2019 was much higher than average at 8.42 inches.

Hurricane activity and Accumulated Cyclone Energy (ACE) has been higher this year per the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Tropical Storm Josephine, Tropical Storm Kyle, Hurricane Laura, Hurricane Marco, Tropical Storm Omar and Hurricane Nana all formed in August 2020.

Is your hurricane supplies kit ready for the possibility of a tropical storm or hurricane? We recommend having a three-day supply of non-perishable food and water per person, along with a seven-day supply of medications. Other essentials include a weather radio, cash, flashlights, batteries, can opener, and a first-aid kit. You will find a list of hurricane essentials on our Storm Preparation page.

September forecast:

September is the peak of Atlantic hurricane season. Read our special Hurricane Handbook edition of SECO News to prepare before, during and after a storm. September weather is similar to August. Temperatures normally average 83.8 degrees with precipitation just over 6 inches.

To easily calculate how much energy your appliances, lighting, electronic devices, and other energy-using items in your home consume, use the Energy Estimator.

*source: www.nhc.noaa.gov

Sunshine State Stats July 2020

July was a scorcher! Twenty-six out of thirty-one days reached a high of 90 degrees or above. The average low temperature for July 2020 was 75 degrees with an average low of 69. The average high temperature was 92 degrees with a daily high of 96. The average temperature was 1 degree warmer this year than in July of 2019 at 84 degrees.

July precipitation was below normal at 4.58 inches for the month compared to last year’s monthly total of 6.24 inches. Hurricane season is well under way. Thankfully, Hurricane Isaias was nothing more than a rain event for most of SECO Energy’s service territory.

On average, July is the warmest month in the Northern Hemisphere. It is often referred to as the dog days of summer. Seven states on the east coast broke records for high daily temperatures. According to NOAA, in the 126 years of collected weather data, Florida’s July temperatures ranked fourth hottest since 1895.

August 2020 forecast:

Hurricanes and heat continue to be front and center for the month of August. The average temperature forecast for August is 83.8 degrees with highs reaching in the 90s on a regular basis and lows in the 70s. As the heat continues to run its summer course, it is a good idea to check the weatherstripping around your exterior doors. Any daylight that can be seen between the door and the door casing is heat entering you home. A ¼ inch gap around your door is equivalent to a basketball size hole in the wall.

To view historical usage, log into SmartHub for 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 consume, check out our Energy Estimator.

Sunshine State Stats June 2020

Nine days of rain in the first 13 days of June contributed to a total of 6.12 inches of rain during the month. The average low temperature was 72.1 and the average high temperature was 91.3 degrees. Even though the average temperature in June was 82 degrees which was the same average temp in June 2019, 6 out of the last 10 days of the month recorded highs of 96 degrees or greater. June 2019 only recorded one day that reached 96 degrees during the entire month.

Did you know that June is the month with the longest daylight hours of the year in the Northern Hemisphere? It also holds the longest day of the year – the summer solstice.

Although hurricane season officially began June 1st, the tropics were active beginning in mid-May with the formation of three named storms. Arthur, formed on May 14th, Bertha on May 25th, and Cristobal on May 31st. Temperatures in the Gulf of Mexico near Naples Florida were recorded at 90 degrees per NOAA.gov. Warmer water temperatures typically equate to a higher likelihood of hurricanes and thunderstorms. Per Wikipedia, Florida has never had a major hurricane in the month of June. With that said, SECO Energy urges you to take this time to prepare your home and family.

July 2020 forecast:

Lots of heat is on the horizon for the month of July. The average temperature forecast for July is 83.6 degrees with highs that reach to the mid-90s on a regular basis and lows in the 70s. Precipitation averages 5.67 inches in July. Due to the hot July temperatures you can expect the air conditioner to run longer than it has in the previous months. Remember to check your filters monthly!

To easily calculate how much energy your appliances, lighting, electronic devices, and other energy-using items consume, check out our Energy Estimator.

Sunshine State Stats May 2020

Summer is almost here in Central Florida and we are feeling the heat. The average monthly temperature in May 2020 was 78.5 degrees only slightly lower than the average monthly temperature of 80.1 degrees in May 2019. The hottest day of the month was on May 22 when temperatures soared to 97 degrees. The lowest temperature recorded was 53 degrees on the evening of May 8.

May started seasonally with temps mostly in the mid to high 80s; however, in mid-May temperatures began to rise and the average high temperature for the month measured 89 degrees. Central Florida also received more rain near the end of the month with total precipitation at 2.69 inches compared to only 1.22 inches in 2019. Hopefully, your periwinkles are blooming!

On May 4, Governor DeSantis began Phase One of reopening many of Florida’s businesses with safety protocols in place. Thankfully, members started to return to work and leave their homes more often. With summer-like weather arriving early, you may want to schedule an HVAC technician to inspect your cooling system. Annual HVAC maintenance will extend the life of your unit and help you avoid large unexpected repair bills.

For cooling energy-efficiency, adjust your thermostat to between 78 and 80 degrees with the fan in the auto position. If you’re out and about for four hours or more bump your thermostat up a couple of degrees to save. For every degree the thermostat is set below 78 degrees cooling costs increase by 6 to 8 percent.

June 2020 forecast:

Rain is in the forecast for the beginning of June 2020, but temperatures are still predicted to be high. The average temperature for Central Florida for June in 2019 was 82.2 degrees with 5.96 total precipitation for the month. Be sure to use SPF when out in the Florida sun, it is a doozy.

Atlantic hurricane season began on June 1. Forecasters predict an above average hurricane and tropical storm activity this year. SECO Energy is StormReady and offers resources to help you and your family prepare for hurricanes and tropical storms that affect our area. Read our Hurricane Handbook for information before, during and after a storm online.

To check historical usage, log in to 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.

Sunshine State Stats April 2020

April was another warm month for Central Florida. The average temperature was 75.1 degrees which is 1.6 degrees warmer than the average April temperature. The lows dipped down to 55 degrees early in the month, and later the high peaked at 92 degrees three straight days and again on the 19th.

The average high temperature was 84.77 degrees in April 2020 compared to 82.8 degrees in 2019, while the average low temperature was 65.5 degrees in 2020 versus 62.13 degrees during April 2019.

It was a warmer April than normal, but we received nearly the same amount of rain as last April. April typically produces a little over 2.8 inches of precipitation, and 2020 provided just above that at 2.92 inches.

April weather was warmer than last year while most of the executive orders that we saw take effect in March were still in place due to the COVID-19 situation. The Coronavirus continues to be on the forefront and influences the day-to-day activity for many Floridians. This will continue to have an impact on electric use due to families being home more throughout the day.

Did you know that increased heat from the sun does not necessarily equate to more solar production? Solar performs optimally at ≤77 degrees ambient air temperature. For every 3 degree rise above 77 degree you can see as much as a 1% decrease in production.

May temperatures normally average 78.8 degrees with precipitation averaging just over four inches for the month. The trend so far this year has been on the warmer side. SECO Energy is wishing you a healthy and blessed month of May.

To easily calculate how much energy your appliances, lighting, electronic devices, and other energy-using items in your home consume, use the Energy Estimator.

Sunshine State Stats March 2020

March was a very warm month for Central Florida. The average temperature was 74 degrees – 6.8 degrees warmer than the average March temperature. The lows dipped down to 43 degrees early in the month and later the high peaked at 92 degrees. This 49-degree temperature swing would have potentially called for both heating and cooling in the same month.

The average high temperature was 82 degrees in March 2020 compared to 77 degrees in 2019, while the average low temperature was 63 degrees in 2020 versus 56 degrees during March 2019.

Not only was it a warmer March than normal, it was also drier. March typically produces a little over 4 inches of precipitation, but 2020 provided less than a quarter of an inch.

March weather was far from the norm as was the entire month with multiple federal, state, and county executive orders closing stores, restaurants, beaches and amusement parks due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many of the social distancing recommendations made by the CDC were implemented by businesses in the public and private sector. This will have an impact on electric use due to families being home more throughout the day.

To help keep costs down, SECO Energy recommends keeping your air conditioning thermostat at 78-80 degrees during the day when home and raising the thermostat 2-3 degrees when leaving for four hours or longer. The warmer temperatures in March will most likely cause an increase in consumption compared to previous March bills. If you haven’t already, consider scheduling your annual HVAC service to ensure the air conditioner is in prime operating condition heading into the warmer months.

April 2020 forecast:

April temperatures normally average 71.1 degrees with precipitation averaging just over half of an inch for the month. Will we continue this warmer than average trend for the month of April? We will see. Until then, have a wonderful and blessed April!

To easily calculate how much energy your appliances, lighting, electronic devices, and other energy-using items in your home consume, use the Energy Estimator.

Sunshine State Stats February 2020

Spring arrived in February 2020 – along with media reports of COVID-19 risk, Saturn as a morning star, Mercury as an evening star and above average temps. Daily high temperatures ranged from the low 60s to the high 80s. Nighttime temperatures ranged from low 40s to low 70s. Members probably used both A/C and heat to combat these temperature extremes in February.

The monthly average temperature was a comfortable 66 degrees – which was 2 degrees lower than the monthly average temperature in February 2019. The highest daily recorded temperature soared to 88 degrees and the lowest daily recorded temperature was 41 – a fluctuation of 45 degrees between warm and cool temperatures.

February 2020’s average high temperature was 76 degrees with an average low of 55. In February 2019, the average high temperature was 78 degrees while the average low temperature was 58 degrees. If you compare this year’s usage to last year’s and see a difference, it’s likely due to your heating and cooling systems running more often.

On February 2, 2020, Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow which traditionally means an early spring. Locally we enjoyed 13 days with temperatures that reached above 80 degrees – which is substantial for February. Rainfall was above average at 2.14 inches for the month compared to .87 inches last February. According to February’s spring-like weather, it looks like the tradition proved true this year.

Members who used heat during the colder mornings and cooling in the warmer afternoons can expect to see an increase in energy consumption on their February billing statement. ENERGY STAR recommends setting your heat to no higher than 68 degrees during the winter months.

Have you scheduled an annual HVAC service? January and February are typically the coldest months in Florida. A well-maintained unit runs more efficiently and helps lower your energy usage. Read more about HVAC service and maintenance in November SECO News.

March 2020 forecast:

March 2020 is forecast for an average high of 79 degrees most days in the month reaching temperatures in the mid-70s and 80s. The average low is forecast at 64 degrees with low temperatures dipping into the 50s. Precipitation levels are forecast to be low throughout the month.

To easily calculate how much energy your appliances, lighting, electronic devices, and other energy-using items in your home consume, use the Energy Estimator.

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