Leesburg, Florida Weather
Leesburg, Florida — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, aviation weather, radar and satellite imagery, tide predictions, marine conditions and a solunar fishing forecast for Leesburg, Lake County.
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About Leesburg, Florida
Leesburg rests on the southern edge of Lake Harris, a vast, shimmering expanse that forms part of Florida's renowned Chain of Lakes. It lies 9.9 miles south-south-east of The Villages, FL (from The Villages, FL: bearing 150°T), and is situated 9.2 miles west of Tavares. This geography profoundly shaped Leesburg's early days, drawing settlers who found fertile soil and abundant water for agriculture, particularly citrus groves that once defined the landscape. The arrival of the railroad further cemented Leesburg's role as a vital hub for commerce and transportation, allowing its agricultural bounty to reach markets far and wide. Over time, the economy has diversified, embracing light manufacturing and the growing service sector, though the echoes of its agrarian past still resonate in the gentle hum of the surrounding countryside. The air here often carries a faint sweetness, a whisper of the fruit that once flourished. The cultural character of Leesburg is one of friendly familiarity, a place where the pace of life allows for neighborly greetings and a shared appreciation for its natural beauty. While no globally recognized universities call Leesburg home, the spirit of learning finds its expression in community programs and a deep connection to local history. The Leesburg Public Library, a quiet anchor in the downtown area, often serves as a nexus for cultural exchange. For recreation, the vibrant waters of the Chain of Lakes beckon, offering endless opportunities for boating and fishing, a pastime deeply ingrained in the local rhythm. The annual Leesburg Bikefest draws crowds from across the region, a testament to the town's enduring spirit of communal celebration.
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| Location | Leesburg, Lake County, Florida |
| Coordinates | 28.810823°N, 81.877858°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 34748, 34749, 34788, 34789 |
| Area Code | 727 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Leesburg, Florida Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Leesburg, Florida, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modeled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. 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 Leesburg includes coordinates 28.810823°N, 81.877858°W, situated in Lake County. ZIP code 34748, 34749, 34788, 34789. Telephone area code: 727. Timezone: Eastern Time (America/New_York).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov (NOAA), with a modeled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. 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.
