January weather forecast
Cape Coral, FL

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The tranquil setting of Cape Coral in Florida, with the calm sea out front and a view of the rest of the city
The tranquil setting of Cape Coral in Florida, with the calm sea out front and a view of the rest of the city

Weather in January

January is typically the coolest month in Cape Coral, Florida. The city experiences a mild winter with comfortable temperatures that slowly ascend as the month progresses. The relative humidity hovers between 73%, which is typical for a coastal city. Cape Coral receives an average of 0.47" (12mm) of rainfall dispersed over 6.5 days, indicating mostly dry days. Light breezes traverse the city, keeping the air fresh and pleasant.

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 70.7°F (21.5°C) and a low temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Cape Coral is 73%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout January, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cape Coral, there are 156.4 rainfall days, and 17.95" (456mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

January is the month with the coldest seawater in Cape Coral, Florida, with an average ocean temperature of 67.1°F (19.5°C).
Note: Most people do not enjoy swimming in water of 67.1°F (19.5°C). Breathing control becomes harder as the temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In Cape Coral, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 41min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 7.2h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 4, January is the month with the lowest UV index in Cape Coral. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Cape Coral?

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 70.7°F (21.5°C) to a low of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

What is the average January temperature in Cape Coral?

Cape Coral in January has an average high-temperature of 70.7°F (21.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Cape Coral?

In Cape Coral, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

How much does it rain in Cape Coral in January?

In Cape Coral, in January, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the month with the coldest ocean in Cape Coral?

With an average ocean temperature of 67.1°F (19.5°C), January is the month with the coldest seawater in Cape Coral, Florida.

What is the ocean temperature in January in Cape Coral?

In Cape Coral, Florida, in January, the average water temperature is 67.1°F (19.5°C). Swimming in 67.1°F (19.5°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

How many hours of daylight does Cape Coral have in January?

In January, the average day length in Cape Coral, Florida, is 10h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Cape Coral?

On the first day of January in Cape Coral, Florida, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cape Coral have in January?

In Cape Coral, the average sunshine duration in January is 7.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Cape Coral?

With an average maximum UV index of 4, January is the month with the lowest UV index in Cape Coral, Florida.

What is the UV index reading in January in Cape Coral?

In Cape Coral, Florida, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Cape Coral, FL

Average temperature in January - Cape Coral, FL
  • Average high temperature in January: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (70.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (57.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Cape Coral, FL

Average pressure in January - Cape Coral, FL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Cape Coral, FL

Average wind speed in January - Cape Coral, FL
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Cape Coral, FL

Average humidity in January - Cape Coral, FL
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Cape Coral, FL

Average rainfall in January - Cape Coral, FL
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Cape Coral, FL

Average rainfall days in January - Cape Coral, FL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Cape Coral, FL

Average sea temperature in January - Cape Coral, FL
  • Average sea temperature in January: 67°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (67°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Cape Coral, FL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Cape Coral, FL

Average sunshine days in January - Cape Coral, FL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Cape Coral, FL

Average UV index in January - Cape Coral, FL
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January
Cape Coral, FL

Average cloud cover in January - Cape Coral, FL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 29).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and May (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in January
Cape Coral, FL

Average visibility in January - Cape Coral, 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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