Florida (Orlando) · January
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 22° (72°)11– (52–)28 (82) | 24° (75°)13– (55–)29 (84) | 26° (79°)18– (64–)31 (88) | 29° (84°)22– (72–)33 (91) | 31° (88°)26– (79–)34 (93) | 33° (91°)28– (82–)36 (97) | 33° (91°)29– (84–)35 (95) | 33° (91°)28– (82–)35 (95) | 32° (90°)28– (82–)34 (93) | 29° (84°)21– (70–)32 (90) | 26° (79°)16– (61–)30 (86) | 24° (75°)14– (57–)29 (84) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 12° (54°)1– (34–)20 (68) | 13° (55°)4– (39–)20 (68) | 16° (61°)7– (45–)21 (70) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)23 (73) | 21° (70°)16– (61–)24 (75) | 24° (75°)21– (70–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)22– (72–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)22– (72–)27 (81) | 24° (75°)21– (70–)26 (79) | 21° (70°)13– (55–)24 (75) | 17° (63°)7– (45–)22 (72) | 14° (57°)5– (41–)21 (70) |
☀️Sunshine | 6h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 9h UV 9 | 7h UV 8 | 7h UV 8 | 6h UV 8 | 6h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 6h UV 6 | 6h UV 4 |
🌧Rain Days | 4d54mm (2.1") | 4d42mm (1.7") | 4d61mm (2.4") | 5d63mm (2.5") | 7d106mm (4.2") | 12d200mm (7.9") | 14d177mm (7.0") | 13d194mm (7.6") | 11d181mm (7.1") | 5d84mm (3.3") | 3d45mm (1.8") | 4d44mm (1.7") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in February.
January in Florida (Orlando) at 22°C (72°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are February, March, April, May, October, and November.
Daytime highs average 22°C (72°F), cooling to 12°C (54°F) at night (daily average: 17°C (63°F)). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around 1°C (34°F). With 6 sunshine hours per day and 4 rain days (54 mm (2.1 in)), this is one of the cloudier months.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
The parks are packed at Christmas and in the holiday weeks, and quieter in between. The weather is dry and mild, and nights can turn surprisingly fresh, so a jumper belongs in the daypack. For long days on foot between the attractions it is the most comfortable time.
Packing list for Florida (Orlando) in January
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Florida (Orlando)?
- January is not an optimal month for Florida (Orlando) (Score: 69/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider February, March, April, May, October, and November.
- How warm is it in Florida (Orlando) in January?
- In January, Florida (Orlando) sees daily highs of 22°C (72°F). Nights cool to 12°C (54°F), with a daily average of 17°C (63°F). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around 1°C (34°F).
- How much rain falls in Florida (Orlando) in January?
- In January, Florida (Orlando) receives an average of 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Florida (Orlando) get in January?
- Florida (Orlando) averages 6 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
