January weather forecast
Cocoa Beach, FL

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A high pier with a shed on the stunning Cocoa Beach in Florida with white sands and blue water, mild waves, and a sweet clear sky
A high pier with a shed on the stunning Cocoa Beach in Florida with white sands and blue water, mild waves, and a sweet clear sky

Weather in January

Starting the year, Cocoa Beach, Florida, experiences a mild climate in January. In contrast to most regions that endure chilling winters, the seaside city senses slight fluctuations in temperatures during daytime and nighttime. The beginning of the year ordinarily witnesses the least rainfall, amounting to 0.28" (7mm), coupled with relatively low wind speeds of 11.2mph (18km/h). The weather sets the scene for restful days, complemented by decent visibility and moderate UV index levels. Accordingly, locals and tourists alike are often found enjoying the calm beaches and engaging in various outdoor activities.

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 68.4°F (20.2°C) and an average low of 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

In Cocoa Beach, in January, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 126.2 rainfall days, and 9.02" (229mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

January and February, with an average ocean temperature of 71.4°F (21.9°C), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: Swimming in water at 71.4°F (21.9°C) is not a pleasing experience for the majority. As the temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C), controlling breathing becomes increasingly hard.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Cocoa Beach is 10h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Cocoa Beach is January, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index in Cocoa Beach, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Beware! Reflecting off water and sand, UV rays are much stronger.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

In Cocoa Beach, January records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 68.4°F (20.2°C) and reaching a low of 59.4°F (15.2°C).

What is the usual temperature for Cocoa Beach in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Cocoa Beach, is 68.4°F (20.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 59.4°F (15.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Cocoa Beach, in January, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When is the ocean coldest?

January and February, with an average ocean temperature of 71.4°F (21.9°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Cocoa Beach.

How cold is the water in January?

In Cocoa Beach, in January, the average water temperature is 71.4°F (21.9°C). For most, swimming in 71.4°F (21.9°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 Cocoa Beach have in January?

In January, the average day length in Cocoa Beach is 10h and 35min.

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

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 6h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average temperature in January - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average high temperature in January: 68.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (68.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 59.4°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 (59.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average pressure in January - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average wind speed in January - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average humidity in January - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average rainfall in January - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.2").

Average rainfall days in January
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average rainfall days in January - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average sea temperature in January - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average sea temperature in January: 71.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (84.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (71.4°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Cocoa Beach, FL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average sunshine days in January - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average UV index in January - Cocoa Beach, 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
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average cloud cover in January - Cocoa Beach, FL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are January, November and December (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are April, May, July and August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in January
Cocoa Beach, FL

Average visibility in January - Cocoa Beach, 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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