January weather forecast
Saint Petersburg, FL

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Weather in January

The year in Saint Petersburg, Florida, commences with mild conditions prevailing, setting the tone for a generally acceptable climate. Coming off the cooler conditions of December, January brings a modest change, reflected in the very slightest increase in temperature. Additionally, the span of daylight and hours of actual sunshine see a subtle climb, indicative of the advancing season. One characteristic unique to January is a persistently favorable pressure level of 30.13in, the highest for the entire year. Despite these amicable conditions, residents should be prepared for bouts of rainfall, tallying 0.83in on average.

Temperature

Saint Petersburg's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 67.6°F (19.8°C) and a low of 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Saint Petersburg, in January, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 172.1 rainfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

The month with the coldest seawater is January, with an average ocean temperature of 64°F (17.8°C).
Note: For most people, swimming in water at 64°F (17.8°C) is not a pleasurable experience. Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:46 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 7.3h.

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in January translates into this advice:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 67.6°F (19.8°C) and a low of 55.2°F (12.9°C).

What are January temperatures?

In Saint Petersburg, in January, the average high-temperature is 67.6°F (19.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 55.2°F (12.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Saint Petersburg?

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout January, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the month with the coldest ocean?

With an average ocean temperature of 64°F (17.8°C), January is the month with the coldest seawater in Saint Petersburg.

What is the ocean temperature in January?

In January, the average ocean temperature is 64°F (17.8°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

How many hours of daylight does Saint Petersburg have in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:10 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint Petersburg have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Saint Petersburg is 7.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is January, 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 medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Saint Petersburg, FL

Average temperature in January - Saint Petersburg, FL
  • Average high temperature in January: 67.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (67.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 55.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (55.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Saint Petersburg, FL

Average pressure in January - Saint Petersburg, 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
Saint Petersburg, FL

Average wind speed in January - Saint Petersburg, FL
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March, October and November (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Saint Petersburg, FL

Average humidity in January - Saint Petersburg, FL
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Saint Petersburg, FL

Average rainfall in January - Saint Petersburg, FL
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.24").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.75").

Average rainfall days in January
Saint Petersburg, FL

Average rainfall days in January - Saint Petersburg, FL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Saint Petersburg, FL

Average sea temperature in January - Saint Petersburg, FL
  • Average sea temperature in January: 64°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (64°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Saint Petersburg, FL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Saint Petersburg, 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: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Saint Petersburg, FL

Average sunshine days in January - Saint Petersburg, FL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Saint Petersburg, FL

Average UV index in January - Saint Petersburg, 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
Saint Petersburg, FL

Average cloud cover in January - Saint Petersburg, FL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in January
Saint Petersburg, FL

Average visibility in January - Saint Petersburg, 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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