January weather forecast
Tampa, FL

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The Hillsborough River flowing under the bridge in Tampa, Florida
The Hillsborough River flowing under the bridge in Tampa, Florida

Weather in January

The weather in Tampa, Florida, in January is characterized by mild and sunny conditions with relatively low humidity. The rainfall is not abundant and the sky appears sunny for most of the time. The sea remains cool, creating a pleasant breeze that sweeps across the city. Notably, January witnesses the lowest mean sea temperature at a mere 64.8°F (18.2°C). As the city transitions from winter to spring, the weather begins to slightly warm up towards the end of the month.

Temperature

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 67.8°F (19.9°C) and a low of 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 71%.

Rainfall

In Tampa, in January, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Tampa, Florida, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.2 days and collects up to 32.87" (835mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

January is the month with the coldest seawater in Tampa, with an average ocean temperature of 64.8°F (18.2°C).
Note: Most individuals do not find swimming at 64.8°F (18.2°C) to be enjoyable. As the water temperature declines below 69.8°F (21°C), maintaining control over one's breathing becomes harder.

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 5:45 pm. On the last day of January, in Tampa, Florida, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Tampa is 6.9h.

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 medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in January transforms into this advice:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Tampa?

Tampa's January weather reaches an average high of 67.8°F (19.9°C) and an average low of 53.4°F (11.9°C), making it the coldest month.

What is the usual temperature for Tampa in January?

The high-temperature in Tampa, Florida, during January is 67.8°F (19.9°C) and the low-temperature is 53.4°F (11.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Tampa?

The average relative humidity in January in Tampa, Florida, is 71%.

How much does it rain in Tampa in January?

In Tampa, in January, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the coldest ocean in Tampa?

The month with the coldest seawater in Tampa, Florida, is January, with an average ocean temperature of 64.8°F (18.2°C).

How cold is the water in January in Tampa?

In Tampa, Florida, in January, the average water temperature is 64.8°F (18.2°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 64.8°F (18.2°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).

What is the average length of the day in January in Tampa?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Tampa?

On the first day of January in Tampa, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:09 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Tampa?

The average sunshine duration in January is 6.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Tampa?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Tampa?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Tampa, Florida, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Tampa, FL

Average temperature in January - Tampa, FL
  • Average high temperature in January: 67.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (67.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 53.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (53.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Tampa, FL

Average pressure in January - Tampa, 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
Tampa, FL

Average wind speed in January - Tampa, FL
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Tampa, FL

Average humidity in January - Tampa, FL
  • Average humidity in January: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Tampa, FL

Average rainfall in January - Tampa, FL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.26").

Average rainfall days in January
Tampa, FL

Average rainfall days in January - Tampa, FL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Tampa, FL

Average sea temperature in January - Tampa, FL
  • Average sea temperature in January: 64.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (64.8°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Tampa, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Tampa, FL

Average sunshine days in January - Tampa, FL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (4.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Tampa, FL

Average UV index in January - Tampa, 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
Tampa, FL

Average cloud cover in January - Tampa, FL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in January
Tampa, FL

Average visibility in January - Tampa, 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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