January weather forecast
Gulf Shores, AL

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The road to Gulf Shores Beach in Alabama, besides the calm turquoise blue waters
The road to Gulf Shores Beach in Alabama, besides the calm turquoise blue waters

Weather in January

Transiting from winter, January offers a distinctive touch of chill in Gulf Shores, Alabama, with temperatures providing a fresher environment than neighboring months. Morning frosts lay in wait, pulling down the minimum temperatures to 49.5°F (9.7°C). As the day unfolds, the mercury rises steadily, becoming slightly warmer than the previous December. Mostly clear skies and prominent sunlight make it a favorable time for outdoor activities. As snowfall is scarce in Gulf Shores, January sees encounter with only two-tenths of a day of snowfall on average.

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 59.4°F (15.2°C) and a low of 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Humidity

In Gulf Shores, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In Gulf Shores, in January, during 8.9 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137.7 rainfall days, and 15.75" (400mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall. January has the most snowfall days of the year in Gulf Shores. Snow falls for 0.2 days.

Ocean temperature

In Gulf Shores, in January, the average water temperature is 61°F (16.1°C).
Note: Swimming in 61°F (16.1°C) is not a pleasurable activity for the majority of people. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as 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 28min.
On the first day of January in Gulf Shores, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:26 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Gulf Shores is 5.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gulf Shores are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Gulf Shores?

With average high temperatures of 59.4°F (15.2°C) and lows of 49.5°F (9.7°C), January is the coldest month in Gulf Shores, Alabama.

What is the usual temperature for Gulf Shores in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gulf Shores, Alabama, during January are 59.4°F (15.2°C) and 49.5°F (9.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Gulf Shores?

In January, the average relative humidity in Gulf Shores is 75%.

How much does it rain in Gulf Shores in January?

In Gulf Shores, during January, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Gulf Shores?

January has the most snowfall days of the year in Gulf Shores. Snow falls for 0.2 days.

What is the last month it snows in Gulf Shores?

January is the last month it regularly snows in Gulf Shores. Throughout January, there are 0.2 snowfall days.

How cold is the water in January in Gulf Shores?

In Gulf Shores, in January, the average water temperature is 61°F (16.1°C). For most, swimming in 61°F (16.1°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 Gulf Shores have in January?

In Gulf Shores, the average day length in January is 10h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Gulf Shores?

On the first day of January in Gulf Shores, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:26 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gulf Shores have in January?

In Gulf Shores, Alabama, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gulf Shores?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Gulf Shores?

In Gulf Shores, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Gulf Shores, AL

Average temperature in January - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average high temperature in January: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 49.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (80.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (49.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Gulf Shores, AL

Average pressure in January - Gulf Shores, 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, August and September (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Gulf Shores, AL

Average wind speed in January - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Gulf Shores, AL

Average humidity in January - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Gulf Shores, AL

Average rainfall in January - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in January
Gulf Shores, AL

Average rainfall days in January - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall days in January
Gulf Shores, AL

Average snowfall days in January - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Gulf Shores, AL

Average sea temperature in January - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average sea temperature in January: 61°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 (60.4°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Gulf Shores, AL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 3min

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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Gulf Shores, AL

Average sunshine days in January - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Gulf Shores, AL

Average UV index in January - Gulf Shores, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Gulf Shores, AL

Average cloud cover in January - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in January
Gulf Shores, AL

Average visibility in January - Gulf Shores, 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).

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