January weather forecast
Lakeland, FL

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A scenic natural park behind the city of Lakeland in Florida, seen from atop the famed Lake Mirror
A scenic natural park behind the city of Lakeland in Florida, seen from atop the famed Lake Mirror

Weather in January

A full swing of the dry winter season occurs in Lakeland, Florida during January. Chilly mornings and reasonably mild afternoons are frequent, with temperatures ranging from 50.9°F (10.5°C) to 68.5°F (20.3°C). The propensity for rain is low, resulting in fewer overcast days than in other months. While outdoor activities are plausible with the agreeable weather, lighter winter clothing may be essential for comfort. The cooler January air is a precursor for the warmer trends in the month to follow.

Temperature

January stands out as Lakeland's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C) and a low-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

In Lakeland, in January, it is raining for 4.3 days, with typically 0.24" (6mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lakeland, there are 120.1 rainfall days, and 9.06" (230mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 36min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 6.6h.

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

During the coldest month in Lakeland, January, temperatures average a high of 68.5°F (20.3°C) and a low of 50.9°F (10.5°C).

What is the temperature in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Lakeland, is 68.5°F (20.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 50.9°F (10.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Lakeland?

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Lakeland, in January, it is raining for 4.3 days, with typically 0.24" (6mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Lakeland have in January?

The average day length in January in Lakeland is 10h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lakeland have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Lakeland is 6.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Lakeland, FL

Average temperature in January - Lakeland, FL
  • Average high temperature in January: 68.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (68.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (50.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Lakeland, FL

Average pressure in January - Lakeland, FL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Lakeland, FL

Average wind speed in January - Lakeland, FL
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Lakeland, FL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Lakeland, FL

Average rainfall in January - Lakeland, FL
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.16").

Average rainfall days in January
Lakeland, FL

Average rainfall days in January - Lakeland, FL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Lakeland, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lakeland, FL

Average sunshine days in January - Lakeland, FL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 25.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Lakeland, FL

Average UV index in January - Lakeland, 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
Lakeland, FL

Average cloud cover in January - Lakeland, FL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Lakeland, FL

Average visibility in January - Lakeland, 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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