Retiring to Florida

Many people choose Florida retirement because of the gentle semi-tropical climate that graces the best places to retire in Florida. Florida's climate ranges from temperate in the north to subtropical in the south. Winter temperatures range from an average of 51 degrees F in the north to 70 degrees F along the southern Atlantic coast. Average summer temperatures are remarkably uniform throughout the state, ranging in the mid-to-low 80s. Precipitation averages about 50 inches annually, with most of the rain occurring during the summer months. If you're worried about the occasional hurricane, the Florida Department of Elder Affairs has free information on disaster preparedness especially for seniors.