OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Although Florida drivers saw gas prices bounce up and down over the past week, the overall trend remains one of steady pricing, according to AAA โ The Auto Club Group.
- The state average fell by 8 cents early in the week
- Prices then rose by 13 cents midweek
- A 3-cent dip followed over the weekend
As of Sunday, the state average was $3.10 per gallon; 2 cents more than the previous week, 10 cents more than a month ago, but still 31 cents lower than this time in 2024.
Long-term outlook: A consistent pattern
Gas prices have hovered within a 31-cent range since last September, staying between $2.92 and $3.23 per gallon. This mirrors a broader trend in the oil market, which has remained stable over the last five weeks.
โWhile gas prices may shift from week to week, overall they tend to follow a relatively steady pattern,โ said Mark Jenkins, spokesman for AAA โ The Auto Club Group. โAs long as oil prices remain stable, drivers can expect pump prices to stay within their current range.”
Local update: Cheapest gas in Ocala
As of July 28, the lowest reported gas price in Ocala is $2.89 per gallon at the Shell station located at 5985 W. Hwy 40, according to GasBuddy.com.
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