January weather forecast
Miami, FL

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Weather in January

The start of the year in Miami, Florida brings a mild and consistent climate. A remarkable trait of this month is the lowest yearly pressure at 30.11 in, dictating stable and predictable weather conditions. Although January is the coldest month of the year, the days are still quite warm with ample exposure to sunlight complemented by fair visibility. Compared to the following month, the environment is drier and the air slightly cooler, but there is a steady uptick in temperature as the days go by. Being the first month of the calendar, January is a gateway to the more tropical-like climate to come.

Temperature

During the coldest month in Miami, January, temperatures average a high of 73°F (22.8°C) and a low of 65.1°F (18.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Miami, Florida, is 73%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Miami, Florida. Rain falls for 9.2 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Miami, the average seawater temperature in January is 74.1°F (23.4°C).
Note: Given an individual's cold sensitivity, considering factors like sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a brief swim in 74.1°F (23.4°C) water might be pleasurable. (FYI: The standard water temperature for Olympic swimming contests is 77°F (25°C) to 82.4°F (28°C).)

Daylight

In Miami, Florida, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:41 pm. On the last day of January, in Miami, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Miami, Florida, is 6.5h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Miami. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Attention! UV radiation is markedly stronger with water and sand reflections.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Miami?

With its average high temperature of 73°F (22.8°C) and a low of 65.1°F (18.4°C), January is regarded as the coldest month in Miami.

What are January temperatures in Miami?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Miami, is 73°F (22.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 65.1°F (18.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Miami?

The average relative humidity in January in Miami, Florida, is 73%.

What is the driest month in Miami?

The month with the least rainfall in Miami is January, when the rain falls for 9.2 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Miami?

In Miami, Florida, during January, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

What is the ocean temperature in January in Miami?

In Miami, Florida, the average seawater temperature in January is 74.1°F (23.4°C). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 74.1°F (23.4°C) water may be enjoyable.

How many hours of daylight does Miami have in January?

The average day length in January in Miami, Florida, is 10h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Miami?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Miami, Florida, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Miami?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Miami?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Miami is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Miami, FL

Average temperature in January - Miami, FL
  • Average high temperature in January: 73°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (73°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 65.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (82.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (65.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Miami, FL

Average pressure in January - Miami, FL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Miami, FL

Average wind speed in January - Miami, FL
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Miami, FL

Average humidity in January - Miami, FL
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Miami, FL

Average rainfall in January - Miami, FL
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in January
Miami, FL

Average rainfall days in January - Miami, FL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (24.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.7 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Miami, FL

Average sea temperature in January - Miami, FL
  • Average sea temperature in January: 74.1°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 (74°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Miami, FL
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Miami, FL

Average sunshine days in January - Miami, FL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (3.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Miami, FL

Average UV index in January - Miami, FL
  • Average UV index in January: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in January
Miami, FL

Average cloud cover in January - Miami, FL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in January
Miami, FL

Average visibility in January - Miami, 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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