Average weather for Sarasota in January
It's pleasantly warm in January in Sarasota with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 19°C to a high of 25°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 17°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Sarasota with warm temps, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights around 14°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 22°C, with nights around 12°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Sarasota is around 22°C, while nighttime temps are about 12°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Sarasota is 21°C this month. Pleasant for a swim.
In January, there is an average of 43 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Sarasota in January |
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22°C | 5°C | |
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25°C | 11°C | |
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19°C | -5°C | |
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43 mm | 97 mm | |
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5 days | 12 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 3 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Sarasota?
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Sarasota. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 30°C in 2020, Sarasota reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 10°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Sarasota
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Sarasota, 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 Sarasota
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Sarasota, 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 5 days of precipitation in Sarasota.
Daily UV index in January in Sarasota
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Sarasota, 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 Sarasota over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Sarasota, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Sarasota over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Sarasota, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Sarasota
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sarasota. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Sarasota by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sarasota. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.