January weather forecast
Palm Bay, FL

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Weather in January

Palm Bay, Florida greetings the new year with relatively cooler weather, characterised by humidity and moderate rainfall. January sees a slight dip in temperature, following December's chilly trend, but it remains pleasant for outdoor activities. The sea experiences the same gradual decrease in temperature following suit with the air, making it a little less inviting for swimming. Rainfall levels are comparatively lower, contributing to an enjoyable balance between wet and dry periods. However, the month is not void of strong gusts of winds, reaching speeds up to 15.8mph (25.4km/h), reminding residents of the unpredictable nature of January weather.

Temperature

Palm Bay's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 69.3°F (20.7°C) and lows of 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Humidity

In Palm Bay, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

In Palm Bay, in January, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 197.1 rainfall days, and 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are January and February, with an average ocean temperature of 71.4°F (21.9°C).
Note: Swimming is not a pleasurable activity for most people when the water temperature is 71.4°F (21.9°C). Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature drops from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 36min.
On the first day of January in Palm Bay, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Heed this! UV intensity is much stronger when reflected off sand and water.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

In Palm Bay, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 69.3°F (20.7°C) and a low of 59.5°F (15.3°C).

What is the average January temperature?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Palm Bay, is 69.3°F (20.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 59.5°F (15.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Palm Bay, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Palm Bay, Florida, in January, during 10.4 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What months are the ocean coldest?

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

What is the ocean temperature in January?

In January, the average ocean temperature is 71.4°F (21.9°C). Swimming in 71.4°F (21.9°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 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?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Palm Bay, Florida, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Palm Bay, FL

Average temperature in January - Palm Bay, FL
  • Average high temperature in January: 69.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (69.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (59.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Palm Bay, FL

Average pressure in January - Palm Bay, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Palm Bay, FL

Average wind speed in January - Palm Bay, FL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Palm Bay, FL

Average humidity in January - Palm Bay, 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
Palm Bay, FL

Average rainfall in January - Palm Bay, FL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").

Average rainfall days in January
Palm Bay, FL

Average rainfall days in January - Palm Bay, FL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.9 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Palm Bay, FL

Average sea temperature in January - Palm Bay, 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
Palm Bay, FL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Palm Bay, 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: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Palm Bay, FL

Average sunshine days in January - Palm Bay, FL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Palm Bay, FL

Average UV index in January - Palm Bay, FL
  • Average UV index in January: 5

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

Average cloud cover in January
Palm Bay, FL

Average cloud cover in January - Palm Bay, FL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in January
Palm Bay, FL

Average visibility in January - Palm Bay, 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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