Climate and Storm History of Viera, Florida

The climate in Viera, Florida is classified as subtropical, which are those geographic zones immediately north and south of the tropical zones of the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn.  Winters are relatively warm and mild, and the summer season is quite hot and humid.  Viera rarely experiences frost or snow.  Average temperatures in March are 77 degrees on the high end, with 55 degrees being the low.  During the month of June, the high averages 89 degrees, and the low is 71 degrees.  September brings highs of 88 degrees and lows of 72 degrees, while December averages highs of 73 degrees and lows of 53 degrees.

Although Viera may refer historically to “hurricanes,” they are actually not very common, as by the time they strike, most have weakened into tropical storms or depressions.  Storm surge can be a threat, however, with the beach community on Viera often required to evacuated well in advance of an oncoming storm.  The effect of storm surge is significantly diminished when the storm approaches from the west across the state instead of from the Atlantic.  Tornados spinning off from small storms can result in severe damage in some areas, however.

Five hurricanes have directly affected the Viera area and Brevard County since 1950: David (1979), Erin (1995), Charley (2004), Frances (2004), and Jeanne (2004).  The latter two storms caused widespread damage in Viera.