Weather in Fort Lauderdale, United States in January

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Visiting Fort Lauderdale, United States in January

January is one of the best months to visit Fort Lauderdale for the best beach weather. It has the most sunshine and best sunbathing and swimming conditions of the year.

The weather in January is slightly cooler than the previous month. January has average maximum temperatures of 24°C (76°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 81% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.7hrs making the days long and bright.

January has total rainfall of 4.9cm (1.9inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 8.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

Sea temperatures are a warm 24°C (74°F). January is a good month for swimming in Fort Lauderdale with comfortable temperatures for most people. The sea temperature in January is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into February.

Also consider visiting Fort Lauderdale in one of the other best months of February, March, April, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.

Can you sunbathe in Fort Lauderdale in January?

Yes, January is a great time for sunbathing in Fort Lauderdale.

January has average maximum temperatures of 24°C (76°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 81% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.7hrs making the days long and bright. January has total rainfall of 4.9cm (1.9inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 8.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

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Can you swim in Fort Lauderdale in January?

Yes, January is a good month for swimming in Fort Lauderdale with warm sea temperatures 24°C (74°F).

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Is January a good time to holiday in Fort Lauderdale?

Yes, January is a good time for a holiday in Fort Lauderdale.

January has average maximum temperatures of 24°C (76°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 81% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.7hrs making the days long and bright. January has total rainfall of 4.9cm (1.9inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 8.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days. Sea temperatures are a warm 24°C (74°F). January is a good month for swimming in Fort Lauderdale with comfortable temperatures for most people.

More about the January temperatures and sunshine.

Is Fort Lauderdale warm in January?

Yes, Fort Lauderdale is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days in January.

The average maximum temperature in Fort Lauderdale in January is 24°C (76°F). The average maximum temperature is 25°C (78°) in the previous month and 25°C (77°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Fort Lauderdale in January is 20°C (69°F). The average temperature is 22°C (71°F) in the previous month and 21°C (70°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Fort Lauderdale in January?

The average day light hours per day in Fort Lauderdale in January are 10.7. The sunshine percentage is 81% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.7hrs making the days long and bright.

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Temperature in Fort Lauderdale in January

The weather in January is slightly cooler than the previous month. The average maximum temperature in Fort Lauderdale in January is 24°C (76°F). The average maximum temperature is 25°C (78°F) in the previous month and 25°C (77°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Fort Lauderdale in January is 20°C (69°F). The average temperature is 22°C (71°F) in the previous month and 21°C (70°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Fort Lauderdale in January is 16°C (61°F). The minimum temperature is 18°C (64°F) in the previous month and 17°C (63°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Fort Lauderdale in January

The days in January are marginally longer than the previous month and the days continue to get slightly longer into February. January has slightly more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise into February. During January the average day light hours are 10.7 per day in Fort Lauderdale. The sunshine percentage is 81% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.7hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Fort Lauderdale in January is typically 5.8 during January. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Fort Lauderdale in January

The average sea water temperature in Fort Lauderdale in January is 23.6°C (74.5°F) which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. The sea temperature in January is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into February.

Rainfall in Fort Lauderdale in January

January weather is slightly drier than the previous month. January has a couple of less days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into February. The average total rainfall in Fort Lauderdale in January is 4.9cm (1.9inches) and on average there are 8.3 rainy days in January making it a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Fort Lauderdale in January

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Fort Lauderdale in January is 17°C (62°F) which is OK for most but slightly uncomfortable for some. The dew point is 18°C (65°F) in the previous month and 17°C (17°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Fort Lauderdale in January is typically 84.3%. The maximum relative humidity is 85.5% in the previous month and 85.7% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Fort Lauderdale in January is typically 68.4%. The average relative humidity is 70.6% in the previous month and 68.9% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Fort Lauderdale in January

The average maximum wind speed in Fort Lauderdale in January is typically 28KM/H (18MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 28KM/H (18MPH) in the previous month and 29KM/H (18MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Fort Lauderdale in January is typically 15KM/H (9MPH). The average wind speed is 15KM/H (9MPH) in the previous month and 15KM/H (9MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Fort Lauderdale in January is from the East-Northeast.

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