Early March to early May, or late October to early December. Early March–May offers warm beach weather (75–85°F highs), low rainfall, major events (Sugar Sand Festival, spring training), and manageable crowds outside spring break peak. Late October–early December brings lower humidity, fewer crowds, comfortable temperatures (72–83°F), and the Clearwater Jazz Holiday in October
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 66 | 56 | mild & mostly dry |
| Feb | 68 | 58 | mild & mostly dry |
| Mar | 71 | 61 | mild & mostly dry |
| Apr | 76 | 67 | warm & mostly dry |
| May | 81 | 72 | warm & mostly dry |
| Jun | 84 | 77 | warm & wet |
| Jul | 85 | 78 | hot & wet |
| Aug | 86 | 79 | hot & wet |
| Sep | 84 | 77 | warm & wet |
| Oct | 81 | 72 | warm & mostly dry |
| Nov | 74 | 64 | warm & mostly dry |
| Dec | 70 | 60 | mild & mostly dry |