Is the water better on the east or west coast of Florida?
In general, the water on the East Coast, south of Ft. Pierce, is outstanding with the best clarity occurring in Jupiter to the Palm Beach area (due to the gulf-stream coming the closest to land). On the West Coast, the water clarity is best during the spring and the fall.
Which side of Florida has warmer water?
During the cooler months, the farther south you go, the warmer it will be. Fort Lauderdale, Miami, the Keys, Marco Island and Naples will have the warmest water during the winter. During the summer months, the Gulf of Mexico will be five or more degrees warmer than the Atlantic Ocean.
Which side of Florida is better to live on?
“And the affordability is better on the west coast over the east coast.” The region is also more affordable than the west coast’s better-known destinations to the south, Naples and Sarasota, says Robyn Gunn of the Gunn-Swainston Group of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty in St. Petersburg.
What part of Florida has best weather?
With an average daily temperature of 73 degrees and only one day below freezing, it’s no surprise this Treasure Coast city was named one of best when it comes to ideal weather.
Which side of Florida has bluer water?
In fact, the beaches of South Walton (Destin, FL to Panama City, FL) were awarded the Blue Wave Beach Award for clarity, water quality, and overall beauty.
Why did you choose Central Florida?
Central Florida has its advantages like, the Chain Lakes, outstanding attractions and easy access to either coast within a few hours or less. Either coast offers unbelievable beaches, waterways and a variety of seaside lifestyles. We choose the Sarasota area because it offered a lifestyle we wanted to live.
Where to retire in Florida?
Port Canaveral is an hour away and Ft. Lauderdale and Miami are several hours and even reachable by AMTRAK for those who enjoy going a day or two before the cruise. For an economical and convenient retirement with lots of stuff to day I would suggest central Florida in a small city like Winter Haven.
What is it like to live on the east coast?
Also, the east coast is the only option, as the west coast is just as hot, if not hotter than the interior, with no seabreeze. It is outrageously expensive to live here now, with the population, traffic and the price of housing, taxes and especially insurance escalating at exponential rates.
What is it like living in Florida?
A: Florida is a big state with multiple regions. 2 coasts (Atlantic and Gulf) with beautiful beaches. North and south. Warmer south. A very big interior section filled with lakes.