January weather forecast
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

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A pathway secured by a wooden fence on the perfect white sandy beach of Santa Rosa, Florida
A pathway secured by a wooden fence on the perfect white sandy beach of Santa Rosa, Florida

Weather in January

January presents the residents of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, with a mild start to the year, setting the pace for the city's semi-tropical climate. The winter season barely registers as such, as the region is still lush and pleasantly warm. Rainfall is on the lower end of the scale compared to other months, with average temperatures remaining comfortable. Gusts of wind can reach speeds of 15.3mph (24.6km/h), giving a pleasant breeze to the afternoons. Sunlit days grow longer, adding a sense of vibrancy to the surroundings.

Temperature

January, with its average high-temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 48°F (8.9°C), holds the record as the coldest month in Santa Rosa Beach.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Santa Rosa Beach is 72%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout January, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Santa Rosa Beach, there are 166.2 rainfall days, and 36.34" (923mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

The only month with snowfall is January. The month with the most snowfall in Santa Rosa Beach is January, when snow falls for 0.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

January and February, with an average ocean temperature of 64.4°F (18°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida.
Note: Swimming becomes less enjoyable for most at a surface water temperature of 64.4°F (18°C). As the temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C), breathing becomes increasingly difficult.

Daylight

In Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of January, in Santa Rosa Beach, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Santa Rosa Beach. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during January translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Santa Rosa Beach?

In Santa Rosa Beach, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 59.7°F (15.4°C) and a low of 48°F (8.9°C).

What are January temperatures in Santa Rosa Beach?

The high-temperature, in January, in Santa Rosa Beach, records 59.7°F (15.4°C), while the low-temperature is 48°F (8.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Santa Rosa Beach?

In Santa Rosa Beach, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

How many days does it rain in January in Santa Rosa Beach?

In Santa Rosa Beach, in January, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Santa Rosa Beach?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 0.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow in Santa Rosa Beach?

January is the first month it typically snows in Santa Rosa Beach. Throughout January, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What are the months with the coldest ocean in Santa Rosa Beach?

January and February, with an average ocean temperature of 64.4°F (18°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida.

What is the ocean temperature in January in Santa Rosa Beach?

In Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, the average seawater temperature in January is 64.4°F (18°C). Swimming in 64.4°F (18°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 Santa Rosa Beach have in January?

In Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, the average day length in January is 10h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Santa Rosa Beach?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Santa Rosa Beach, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Santa Rosa Beach have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Santa Rosa Beach?

The months with the lowest UV index in Santa Rosa Beach are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

How high is the UV index in January in Santa Rosa Beach?

In Santa Rosa Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average temperature in January - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average high temperature in January: 59.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48°F).

Average pressure in January
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average pressure in January - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average wind speed in January - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average wind speed in January: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in January
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average humidity in January - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in January
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average rainfall in January - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.84").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average rainfall days in January - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average snowfall in January - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average snowfall days in January - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average sea temperature in January - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average sea temperature in January: 64°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (84°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (64°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average sunshine days in January - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average UV index in January - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average UV index in January: 4

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

Average cloud cover in January
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average cloud cover in January - Santa Rosa Beach, FL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in January
Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Average visibility in January - Santa Rosa 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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