January weather forecast
Orange Beach, AL

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Weather in January

As the year starts, weather in Orange Beach, Alabama tends towards cooler temperatures. The shift from December brings a minimal increase in both high and low temperatures. The coldest month in the year, January witnesses the highest cloud cover at 36% but stays relatively clear with a consistent visibility of 6mi (9.7km). A single significant statistical value is notable: the sea’s temperature stands at a moderate 61°F (16.1°C). With a monthly rainfall of 0.91in across an average of 8.3 days, this month may be the most appealing to residents and visitors seeking overcast and crisp weather conditions.

Temperature

January stands out as Orange Beach's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 59.4°F (15.2°C) and a low of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Orange Beach is 76%.

Rainfall

In Orange Beach, in January, during 8.3 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Orange Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.2 days and collects up to 12.95" (329mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall. January has the most snowfall days of the year in Orange Beach. Snow falls for 0.3 days.

Ocean temperature

In Orange Beach, Alabama, the average seawater temperature in January is 61°F (16.1°C).
Note: Most people do not enjoy swimming in water of 61°F (16.1°C). Breathing control becomes harder as the temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Orange Beach, Alabama. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Orange Beach?

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C) and a low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C), is the coldest month in Orange Beach, Alabama.

What is the temperature in January in Orange Beach?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Orange Beach, is 59.4°F (15.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Orange Beach?

The average relative humidity in January in Orange Beach is 76%.

How much does it rain in Orange Beach in January?

In Orange Beach, in January, during 8.3 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Orange Beach?

The month with the most snowfall days is January, when snow falls for 0.3 days.

What is the last month it snows in Orange Beach?

January is the last month it regularly snows. Throughout January, there are 0.3 snowfall days.

What is the ocean temperature in January in Orange Beach?

In Orange Beach, in January, the average water temperature is 61°F (16.1°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 61°F (16.1°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the average length of the day in January in Orange Beach?

In Orange Beach, Alabama, the average day length in January is 10h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Orange Beach?

On the first day of January in Orange Beach, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Orange Beach?

The average sunshine duration in January in Orange Beach, Alabama, is 5.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Orange Beach?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Orange Beach?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Orange Beach, AL

Average temperature in January - Orange Beach, AL
  • Average high temperature in January: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 47.3°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (78.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Orange Beach, AL

Average pressure in January - Orange Beach, 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
Orange Beach, AL

Average wind speed in January - Orange Beach, AL
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Orange Beach, AL

Average humidity in January - Orange Beach, AL
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Orange Beach, AL

Average rainfall in January - Orange Beach, AL
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.97").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and May (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in January
Orange Beach, AL

Average rainfall days in January - Orange Beach, AL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall days in January
Orange Beach, AL

Average snowfall days in January - Orange Beach, AL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 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
Orange Beach, AL

Average sea temperature in January - Orange Beach, 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
Orange Beach, AL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Orange Beach, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Orange Beach, AL

Average sunshine days in January - Orange Beach, AL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Orange Beach, AL

Average UV index in January - Orange Beach, 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, February and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in January
Orange Beach, AL

Average cloud cover in January - Orange Beach, AL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in January
Orange Beach, AL

Average visibility in January - Orange Beach, 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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