Fall is finally here! So when is winter and how long does it stay cool in Florida?

The fall season is here in Florida, which means celebrating all things autumn without having the colder weather. Iced pumpkin spice lattes, sweaty nights at theme park Halloween events and stalking weather apps in case of sudden hurricanes in the Atlantic.

But after a hotter-than-usual summer, many are already asking when Florida's winter season will finally arrive and how long its cold air will last.

Winter officially begins on Dec. 21, 2023, and runs through March 19, 2024. Typically winter weather in Florida starts in December, with the height of cold temperatures and frozen iguana warnings in the state's south occurring the following month in January. But how long does it actually last?

When does Florida's winter start? Floridians are getting fed up with record summer heat. When does Florida actually get cold?

How long do Florida's winters last?

Roughly around two to three months, according to weather experts at the Florida Climate Center. Winter weather in Florida lasts from December to February.

When is the 'cold season' for Florida?

Typically, winter weather in Florida lasts from December to February, with the height of cold temperatures and frozen iguana warnings in January.

How cold does the state's cold season get?

On average, Florida has the mildest winters in the Continental United States with average lows ranging from 65 degrees in Key West to nearly 41 degrees in Tallahassee. Daytime highs range from 60 degrees in North Florida to 77 degrees toward the south.

What is typically the coldest month in Florida?

According to the records kept by the National Weather Service, the coldest month in Florida is January, with an average temperature of 61 degrees throughout the month.

Do temperatures depend on what part of Florida you're in?

Depending on what region of Florida you're in, you might not see much of a cold season.

Experts said that northern regions are cooler than the southern parts. Central and South Florida tend to be milder and more pleasant during the cold season, making them popular for “snowbirds” seeking refuge from colder climates up north.

When will we see any relief from the current Florida heat?

Don't bust out the heavy sweaters and boots just yet.

The Farmers Almanac reported average local temperatures for Florida this fall, with temps in the 80s for the rest of September, some numbers in the 70s in October and a frosty winter. The National Weather Service expects at least a 40-50% chance of warmer-than-usual temperatures across the U.S through November and AccuWeather predicting "summerlike weather" until late in the fall season.

On average, the first feel of cooler, drier air usually hits the Sunshine State around mid-October, with cool blasts reserved for November, the National Weather Service says. But as we're coming off the hottest June-August on record, according to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and the Copernicus Climate Change Service that might be delayed.

What does this upcoming winter season look like for Florida?

The Farmers Almanac predicted unseasonably cold temperatures blowing into the Southeast States in mid-February. While we probably won't see any snow in Florida, they share that precipitation may affect our temps.

"The Southeast and Florida will see a wetter-than-normal winter, with average winter temperatures overall, but a few frosts may send many shivers to snowbirds trying to avoid the cold and snow back home," the Farmers Almanac predicted. "For those of you living along the I-95 corridor from Washington to Boston, who saw a lack of wintry precipitation last winter, you should experience quite the opposite, with lots of rain/sleet and snowstorms to contend with."

Contributing reporting: C.A. Bridges, Daytona Beach News Journal

This article originally appeared on Fort Myers News-Press: Winter weather 2023 in Florida: When is it, how long does it last?