Why to Visit Jacksonville

If 22 miles of white sand beaches along the Atlantic Ocean aren't enough of a reason to visit Jacksonville, consider this: This Florida city is also home to top-rated restaurants, a prominent jazz festival, bustling art markets, public parks where you can hike and bike, and wildlife sanctuaries housing cougars and other big cats.

When to Visit Jacksonville

Summer temperatures that soar into the 90s give you a great excuse to center your Jacksonville travel plans around the beach. Spring is also a popular time to visit Jacksonville, when the weather is warm and dry. If your plans include more than just the beach, consider visiting during the cooler period between December and early March.

Weather in Jacksonville

Jacksonville's warmth and humidity peak from June through September, with temperatures in the 90s and an almost 50 percent chance of rain on any given day. There's a chance of hurricanes anytime between June and November. Other months see less rain, and most visitors will be comfortable in the city's winter temperatures (60 to 70 degrees).