January weather forecast
Destin, FL

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Weather in January

In Destin, Florida, January marks the beginning of the year with a cool climate as compared to the approaching warmer months. It is a refreshing period as rainfall is abundantly observed with 2.17" (55mm) spread across 10.4 days. People find it favorable for outdoor activities as it's not too hot either. Winds also take a stroll during this time with a gentle breeze present. Notably, it lays the ground atmosphere for the forthcoming spring season.

Temperature

Temperature readings in Destin, Florida, reach their annual highs in January, averaging 59.7°F (15.4°C) and a minimum average of 48°F (8.9°C).

Humidity

In Destin, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

In Destin, during January, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. In Destin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.5 days and collects up to 36.77" (934mm) of precipitation.

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 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 63°F (17.2°C).
Note: For swimming, a surface water temperature of 63°F (17.2°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).

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Destin is 10h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine 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 Destin. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Destin?

January, with its high-temperature average of 59.7°F (15.4°C) and a low-temperature average of 48°F (8.9°C), is the coldest month in Destin, Florida.

What are the temperatures in Destin in January?

During January, Destin experiences an average high-temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C) and a low-temperature of 48°F (8.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Destin?

In Destin, Florida, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

How much does it rain in Destin in January?

In Destin, Florida, in January, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Destin?

The month with the most snowfall in Destin, Florida, is January, when snow falls for 0.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow in Destin?

January is the first month it typically snows. Throughout January, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in January in Destin?

In Destin, in January, the average water temperature is 63°F (17.2°C). For most, swimming in 63°F (17.2°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).

What is the average length of the day in January in Destin?

In Destin, Florida, the average day length in January is 10h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Destin?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Destin, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Destin have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Destin is 5.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Destin?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Destin?

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
Destin, FL

Average temperature in January - Destin, FL
  • Average high temperature in January: 59.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48°F).

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Average pressure in January
Destin, FL

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

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

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Average wind speed in January
Destin, FL

Average wind speed in January - Destin, FL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Destin, FL

Average humidity in January - Destin, FL
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in January
Destin, FL

Average rainfall in January - Destin, FL
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.55").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in January
Destin, FL

Average rainfall days in January - Destin, FL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Destin, FL

Average snowfall in January - Destin, FL
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Destin, FL

Average snowfall days in January - Destin, 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).

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Average sea temperature in January
Destin, FL

Average sea temperature in January - Destin, FL
  • Average sea temperature in January: 62.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (62.2°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Destin, 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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in January
Destin, FL

Average sunshine days in January - Destin, FL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Destin, FL

Average UV index in January - Destin, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Destin, FL

Average cloud cover in January - Destin, FL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in January
Destin, FL

Average visibility in January - Destin, 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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