January weather forecast
Pensacola, FL

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The magnificent clear water of the famed Pensacola Beach, Florida
The magnificent clear water of the famed Pensacola Beach, Florida

Weather in January

The turn of the year brings moderate weather in Pensacola, Florida, with the coolness of the winter still slightly perceptible. Moisture is evident, given the increased levels of relative humidity which indicates a damp atmosphere. In this month, the temperatures tend to stay between 46.4°F (8°C) and 59.4°F (15.2°C) making winter wear a necessity. The days are comparatively shorter, making for long, cosy evenings indoors. The skies tend to be moderately clouded over, with sunlight filtering through occasionally.

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 59.4°F (15.2°C) at the peak and 46.4°F (8°C) at the low.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Pensacola is 74%.

Rainfall

In Pensacola, during January, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. In Pensacola, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.3 days and collects up to 22.72" (577mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January is the only month when snow falls. January has the most snowfall days of the year. Snow falls for 0.1 days.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 63.1°F (17.3°C).
Note: For most people, swimming in water at 63.1°F (17.3°C) is not a pleasurable experience. Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C) and a low of 46.4°F (8°C).

What are the temperatures in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 59.4°F (15.2°C) and 46.4°F (8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Pensacola, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout January, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

January has the most snowfall days of the year. Snow falls for 0.1 days.

When does it start snowing?

January is the first month it typically snows. Throughout January, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

What is the ocean temperature in January?

In Pensacola, Florida, in January, the average water temperature is 63.1°F (17.3°C). For most, swimming in 63.1°F (17.3°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

How many hours of daylight does Pensacola have in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pensacola have in January?

In Pensacola, Florida, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Pensacola, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Pensacola, FL

Average temperature in January - Pensacola, FL
  • Average high temperature in January: 59.4°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 46.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Pensacola, FL

Average pressure in January - Pensacola, FL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Pensacola, FL

Average wind speed in January - Pensacola, FL
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in January
Pensacola, FL

Average humidity in January - Pensacola, FL
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Pensacola, FL

Average rainfall in January - Pensacola, FL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.14").

Average rainfall days in January
Pensacola, FL

Average rainfall days in January - Pensacola, FL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).

Average snowfall days in January
Pensacola, FL

Average snowfall days in January - Pensacola, FL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Pensacola, FL

Average sea temperature in January - Pensacola, FL
  • Average sea temperature in January: 63°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (61.8°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Pensacola, FL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Pensacola, FL
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Pensacola, FL

Average sunshine days in January - Pensacola, FL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Pensacola, FL

Average UV index in January - Pensacola, FL
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January
Pensacola, FL

Average cloud cover in January - Pensacola, FL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in January
Pensacola, FL

Average visibility in January - Pensacola, FL
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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