Local Information About Fort Myers Florida

Population

48,208

Elevation

10 feet above sea level

Location

Located very near the Gulf of Mexico in southwestern Florida, near Interstate 75

Time Zone

Eastern Time Zone (when it's noon in Fort Myers, it's 11am in Chicago and 9am in Los Angeles)
Fort Myers observes Daylight Savings Time from April - October

Land Area

31.8 square miles

Weather

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Average temp. (°F)	64.8	66.0	69.9	73.5	78.7	82.2	83.0	83.1	82.1	77.5	71.6	66.3
High temperature (°F)	75.3	76.5	80.5	84.5	89.1	91.2	91.7	91.7	90.3	86.3	81.3	76.6
Low temperature (°F)	54.4	55.3	59.2	62.6	68.3	73.0	74.1	74.4	73.8	68.5	62.0	56.1
Precipitation (in)	2.2	2.1	2.7	1.7	3.4	9.7	8.9	9.5	7.8	2.6	1.7	1.6

Climate

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Days with precip.	6	5	6	4	8	15	18	18	16	8	4	5
Wind speed (mph)	8.3	8.9	9.3	8.8	8.0	7.2	6.6	6.7	7.4	8.4	8.1	7.9
Morning humidity (%)	89	88	89	88	88	89	89	91	92	90	90	89
Afternoon humidity (%)	57	54	52	48	50	58	60	60	61	57	56	57
Sunshine (%)	65	67	73	76	74	68	68	67	66	68	66	63
Days clear of clouds	11	10	11	11	10	5	2	2	4	11	11	11
Partly cloudy days	12	11	12	13	15	16	18	19	16	13	12	12
Cloudy days	9	7	8	6	6	10	11	10	11	8	7	8
Snowfall (in)	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0

Local Seasons

Winter is by far the busiest season as many visitors from the cold north come to visit this tranquil Florida paradise. With its numerous golf courses, proximity to the beach as well as closeness to other major Florida cities including Miami and Orlando, Fort Myers has become a haven for winter "escapees" desiring a warm beautiful day with a tropical breeze. With high temperatures near 80 F and low temperatures still in the mid-high 50's F, this time of year allows the visitor to experience virtually anything, from a day at the beach for that perfect tan, to visiting many of the areas fine attractions. After all, Thomas Edison chose Fort Myers as home. Spring and fall are less crowded with temperatures approaching 90 F. Late spring and early fall allow visitors to enjoy many of the outdoor activities. Of particular interest is shell hunting along the beautiful nearby beaches. Summers can be hot and humid but with a breeze from the Gulf of Mexico, it tends to be a good time for shopping, and partaking of the many indoor activities available while still spending time out of doors.

How to Get to Fort Myers

By Car

Easily accessible by car from Interstate 75 from the north (Tampa) or south (Miami) to Route 80 West.

By Air

Southwest Florida International Airport - RSW - is a 381,000-square-foot, two-level terminal complex designed for passenger comfort and convenience. Many of the national airlines as well as certain regional carriers serve the airport. During the winter season, there are additional flights available.

By Train

Amtrak

By Bus

Greyhound

Getting Around in Fort Myers

The easiest way to get around Fort Myers is with your car or a rental car. Taxis are also available.

National Holidays

New Year's Day Jan. 1
Martin Luther King, Jr., Day 3rd Mon. in Jan.
President's Day 3rd Mon. in Feb.
Memorial Day last Mon. in May
Independence Day July 4
Labor Day 1st Mon. in Sept.
Thanksgiving Day 4th Thurs. in Nov.
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Dec. 24 and 25
New Year's Eve Dec. 31