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La Florida-"Feast Of Flowers" Discovered And Named By Spanish Explorer Ponce De Leon In His Quest For The " Fountain Of Youth" In 1513. Florida Became A U.S. Territory In 1821 And In 1846 Was The 25th State Admitted To The Union.

Florida remains the #1 vacation spot in the United States - come on down, he weather is great!

Florida is known around the world for its balmy weather. The state's mild winters have made it a haven for retirees. Summers can be long and hot with showers providing much appreciated relief during the rainy season. Coastal areas also experience gentle breezes during the summer.

Average Annual Temperatures:

Summer:
80.5 (F) degrees (26.9 C) (North Florida)
82.7 (F) degrees (28.2 C) (South Florida)

Winter:
53.0 (F) degrees (11.7 C) (North Florida)
68.5 (F) degrees (20.3 C) (South Florida)