January weather forecastDauphin Island, AL
January
Weather in January
Dauphin Island, Alabama, starts the year mildly and damp. Cooler temperatures dominate with average highs peaking at 59°F (15°C) while lows can fall to 47.3°F (8.5°C). The month sees an appreciable amount of rain, including an average of 11.1 days of rainfall. Weather patterns transition from what is felt in December, with noticeably cooler temperatures. As one navigates through January, anticipate both variations in temperature and relative changes in precipitation.Temperature
In Dauphin Island, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 59°F (15°C) and a low of 47.3°F (8.5°C).Humidity
In Dauphin Island, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.Rainfall
In Dauphin Island, in January, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 183.1 rainfall days, and 45.94" (1167mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January is the only month when snow falls. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.1 days and accumulates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
January is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average ocean temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C).Note: At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.
Daylight
In Dauphin Island, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 28min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 5.8h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Dauphin Island, AL
- Average high temperature in January: 59°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 47.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.3°F).
Average pressure in January
Dauphin Island, AL
- 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
Dauphin Island, AL
- Average wind speed in January: 9.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).
Average humidity in January
Dauphin Island, AL
- Average humidity in January: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in January
Dauphin Island, AL
- Average rainfall in January: 2.64"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").
Average rainfall days in January
Dauphin Island, AL
- Average rainfall days in January: 11.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in January
Dauphin Island, AL
- Average snowfall in January: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Dauphin Island, AL
- 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
Dauphin Island, AL
- Average sea temperature in January: 58.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (58.7°F).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Dauphin Island, AL
- Average daylight in January: 10h and 30min
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 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in January
Dauphin Island, AL
- Average sunshine days in January: 17.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.9 days).
Average UV index in January
Dauphin Island, AL
- 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 and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in January
Dauphin Island, AL
- Average cloud cover in January: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in January
Dauphin Island, AL
- 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).
