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91º | 30% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 6:31 a.m. | Sunset 8:21 p.m.
 

🏖️We’re summering in Lakeland

Summer 2025 weather forecast for Lakeland
A decorative sign over the Munn Park entrance with treetops and the sunshine in the background
That summer sunshine is about to get even hotter. | Photo via @coolhandneal
We know the question on your mind, Lakelanders — when’s it really going to get hot? Thanks to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center, we know what temperatures and precipitation trends to expect in our city for June, July, and August.

While exact weather conditions typically can’t be predicted more than a week in advance, here’s a seasonal outlook to help you prepare for what summer will bring.

Reminder: The first day of summer is on Thursday, June 20.

A map showing the seasonal temperature outlook across the US

Spoiler alert: It’s gonna be a hot one.

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Map via NOAA

🌡️ Temperature

No surprises here — get ready for the heat. This summer, Lakeland has a 40-50% chance of temperatures being higher than normal.

🌨️ Precipitation

Expect slightly more precipitation. Lakeland also has a 40-50% chance of seeing higher than average rainfall amounts this summer.

☀️ Drought

Polk County is currently under a burn ban due to dry conditions, but drought conditions are expected to decline further into this season.

Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium in Lakeland during an evening baseball game. A dark cloud lingers in the blue sky, blocking the sunset.

Expect sunshine + storms this season.

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Photo by @julio__garza

Jump into June

The Atlantic hurricane season began on Saturday, June 1, and NOAA forecasters are predicting an above-normal season with 17-25 named storms. Learn how you can prepare for hurricanes.

July’s just heating up

If you didn’t think Lakeland was tropical, July might change your mind. Humidity highs begin in this month with an average relative humidity of 79%. We’ll also see the most sunshine of the year in July (10.6 hours per day).

August is hottest

Keep your sunscreen + water bottles close — August is sure to be a scorcher. The average heat index is 113°, and humidity will remain high through the end of summer.
Asked

Lakeland’s record high temperature is 105°. When was it recorded?
A. July 11, 1972
B. June 4, 1985
C. July 31, 1999
D. August 14, 2012
Record your answer
 
Events
Monday, June 3
  • Monday Swing Workshop | Monday, June 3 | 6:15-8:45 p.m. | Etoile Dancewear, 121 S. Kentucky Ave., Lakeland | $15 | Learn or level up your Lindy Hop — beginner lessons start at 6:30 p.m. and advanced dancers can join in at 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 4
  • Lakeside Village Kids Club: Kidchella | Tuesday, June 4 | 10-11:30 a.m. | Lakeside Village, 1479 Town Center Dr., Lakeland | Free | Dress in your festival best to enjoy live music, hula hoop art, crafts, photo ops, and more.*
Wednesday, June 5
  • Beginner Roller Skate Class | Wednesday, June 5-Wednesday, July 24 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Barber Skate Shop, 717 N. Kentucky Ave., Lakeland | $25 | Roll into this eight-week class to learn roller skating maintenance and skills.
Thursday, June 6
  • BLS Provider CPR Training | Thursday, June 6 | 6-10 p.m. | Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center, 1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland | $65 | Learn basic life support in this course from the American Heart Association.
Friday, June 7
  • Bandit Market Summer Party | Friday, June 7 | 5-9 p.m. | The Ritz Theatre, 263 W. Central Ave., Winter Haven | Free entry | Shop 50+ local handmade, art, and vintage vendors at this indoor summer market.
Events calendar here
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News Notes
Number
  • $10.80. That’s the amount the average Lakeland Electric customer’s bill could rise if city commissioners approve a fuel rate increase today. If approved to take effect July 1, it would be the first fuel rate increase since summer 2022. (The Ledger)
Development
  • EcoVision Homes could develop 87 townhomes in the Gladys Leggett neighborhood. The developer says the Providence Townhomes would be made of recyclable material and priced for middle-income renters. The land is up for a zoning change vote on June 17. (LkldNow)
Real Estate
  • Average Polk home values increased by 1.8% from March 2023 to March 2024. In Lakeland, the ZIP code with the lowest increase was 33811 at 0.8%. Homes in the 33803 + 33810 ZIP codes saw the highest increase at 4.5%. Check your code’s change. (The Washington Post)
Seasonal
  • Florida’s first Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday of the year began this weekend and runs through Friday, June 14. Some disaster prep supplies will be tax-free (think: pet products, batteries + power banks, tarps, and generators).
Coming Soon
  • Don’t have a cow. LoveBird Almost Famous Chicken shared progress photos from its new Winter Haven location, and a hot pink cow on top of the building is the star of the show. The hot chicken restaurant is set to open this summer.
Civic
  • Auburndale city commissioners will vote on whether to allow food trucks within city limits. The amendment up for a vote in today’s meeting would allow food truck owners to set up in a limited capacity at more events and locations. (The Ledger)
Active
  • School’s out for the summer, and Pure Barre is offering membership discounts for students and teachers from June to August. Visit the Lakeside Village studio at 1314 Town Center Dr. E., Ste. 102 to take advantage of the deal.
Biz
  • Did you know you can find goods by Catapult members at bodega Market? Add these to your shopping list: Broth Bombs, Spurzile’s Gourmet cookies, Poppin Toffee popcorn, Ace Bean Coffee, and sweets by Chocolate Covered.
Travel
  • Longing for a New England change of scenery? Beginning Thursday, June 13, Avelo Airlines will provide direct flights to New Haven, CT out of Lakeland International Airport (LAL). Book a flight — and be sure to hit the coast for some fresh lobstah.*
 
Trending

☀️ Hey, June
The exterior of the Lakeland Fishing Outfitters Tackle Shop which was the original location of Red Lobster, viewed from the parking lot.
Readers loved the history of Red Lobster, which started right here. | Photo by LALtoday
A new month has begun, but we’re looking back on May’s biggest stories. Here are the local updates that trended last month.

Lakeland loves lobster
After Red Lobster announced its bankruptcy and restaurant closures, we took you back to its very first location near Lake Parker.

Park plans spark conversation
City commissioners approved a conceptual design for Munn Park, and readers weighed in on the plans.

Lake Wire living
We shared renderings of Prospect Lake Wire, Lakeland’s newest mixed-use development, so you can see what to expect when it opens this summer.

Goodbye, GreenWise Market
This fan-favorite grocery store is now a traditional Publix supermarket, following the retailer’s plan to close all GreenWise stores.

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It’s officially summer camp season. I’m thinking back to the camp I visited once when I was young where activities included beach trips to find sea cucumbers + playing capture the flag inside a sinkhole. That’s a Florida summer for you.
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