January Weather in Gulf Shores

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Gulf Shores, United States, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 14°C (57°F). Highs can soar to 21°C (71°F), while lows may dip to 2°C (36°F). Typically, the humidity level in Gulf Shores throughout January hovers around 82%.

2°C (36°F)

Minimum temperature

14°C (57°F)

Average temperature

21°C (71°F)

Maximum temperature

82%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Gulf Shores averages 92 mm (3.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 8 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 10 hours 25 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 5 hours 58 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 45% probability of sunny days during this period.

92 mm (3.6 inches)

Precipitation

8 rainy days

Rainy days

5 hours 58 minutes

Sunshine hours

45%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Gulf Shores reaches a maximum of 5, indicating a level of Moderate exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 30 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 2 3 4 5 4 3 2 1 1 0 0
Exposure Low Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 45 min

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