Lakeland, Florida Weather
Lakeland, Florida — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, radar and satellite imagery, tide predictions, marine conditions and a solunar fishing forecast for Lakeland, Polk County.
Tides, marine forecast and fishing conditions near Lakeland. Tide source:
Full aviation weather for Lakeland is published on the Winter Haven Regional Airport - Gilbert Field (KGIF) page, 20 km away. It carries the current METAR decoded into plain language — surface wind, visibility, cloud layers and ceiling, temperature and dewpoint, and altimeter setting — alongside the raw observation as transmitted. 2 airfields within reach of Lakeland have their own pages, listed below.
The Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) is shown across its full validity period, with each change group broken out so you can see when conditions are expected to shift. Flight category is derived automatically — VFR, MVFR, IFR or LIFR — from reported ceiling and visibility, with runway details and field elevation alongside. Observations update roughly hourly and forecasts several times a day.
Other airports near Lakeland: Kissimmee Gateway Airport (KISM) 58 km
Conditions reported at KGIF describe the airfield itself. Weather 20 km away can differ, particularly in terrain or near the coast. For conditions at Lakeland specifically, see the current conditions and forecast above.
About Lakeland, Florida
Lakeland, Florida, breathes with the gentle warmth of the Sunshine State, its landscape sculpted by the slow artistry of water and earth. It lies 10.0 miles east of Plant City, FL (from Plant City, FL: bearing 82°T), and is situated 10.0 miles west of Auburndale. The terrain, a canvas of low, rolling hills and sandy soil, cradles an abundance of lakes, each a shimmering eye reflecting the vast, cerulean sky that stretches above. Historically, this land was shaped by the rhythms of citrus groves and phosphate mining, industries that once defined its economic pulse and left their subtle imprints on the character of Lakeland. Today, the economy continues to evolve, drawing strength from its strategic position and a growing diversification that embraces technology and services, all under the benevolent gaze of a climate that encourages outdoor living and a quiet persistence. Lakeland's cultural spirit is a gentle blend of Southern hospitality and Floridian ease, a place where neighborly waves are common and the pace allows for lingering conversations. The iconic architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright, specifically his designs for Florida Southern College, stands as a significant landmark, a testament to visionary artistry against the backdrop of azure skies. The city is also home to the vibrant spirit of Florida Southern College itself, a well-regarded institution contributing to the intellectual landscape. While specific sports teams may not hold national prominence, the local passion for collegiate athletics often fills the air, particularly during the spring training season when baseball echoes through the parks. Major events, often tied to the region's agricultural heritage or seasonal celebrations, draw families and friends together, fostering a sense of shared experience. Though not a birthplace for a multitude of globally recognized figures, Lakeland has quietly contributed to various fields, its residents embodying the steady, unpretentious charm of this Central Florida gem.
Live animated radar for Lakeland and surroundings — RainViewer.
NOAA GOES-16 GEOCOLOR — live animated loop updated every 10 minutes. Shows cloud cover, storm systems and weather patterns across the continental US.
Source: NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East · Public domain · Auto-updates on page reload
| Location | Lakeland, Polk County, Florida |
| Coordinates | 28.039465°N, 81.949804°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 33801, 33813, 33802, 33803, 33804 |
| Area Code | 561 |
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Lakeland, Florida Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Lakeland, Florida, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Aviation weather — live METAR observations and TAF forecasts — is published separately on the pages for the nearest reporting airports, linked from the aviation section above. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Lakeland includes coordinates 28.039465°N, 81.949804°W, situated in Polk County. ZIP code 33801, 33813, 33802, 33803, 33804. Telephone area code: 561. Timezone: Eastern Time (America/New_York).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.
