United StatesAverage weather for Fort Lauderdale in January
It's warm in January in Fort Lauderdale with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 20°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 22°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Fort Lauderdale with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 19°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 24°C, with nights around 16°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Fort Lauderdale is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 16°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Fort Lauderdale is 25°C this month. Lovely temperature for a swim.
In January, there is an average of 118 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Fort Lauderdale in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
24°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
28°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
20°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
118 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
7 days | 12 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Fort Lauderdale?
Looking for sun? January isn’t a good month to be in Fort Lauderdale. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2020, Fort Lauderdale reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 13°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 4°C to a highest value of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Fort Lauderdale
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Fort Lauderdale, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Fort Lauderdale
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Fort Lauderdale, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 7 days of precipitation in Fort Lauderdale.
Daily UV index in January in Fort Lauderdale
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Fort Lauderdale, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Fort Lauderdale over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Fort Lauderdale, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Fort Lauderdale over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Fort Lauderdale, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Fort Lauderdale
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Average weather in Fort Lauderdale by month
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