January Weather in Sarasota

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Sarasota, United States, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 17°C (63°F). Highs can soar to 25°C (77°F), while lows may dip to 5°C (41°F). Typically, the humidity level in Sarasota throughout January hovers around 82%.

5°C (41°F)

Minimum temperature

17°C (63°F)

Average temperature

25°C (77°F)

Maximum temperature

82%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Sarasota averages 36 mm (1.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 4 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 10 hours 37 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 7 hours 8 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 41% probability of sunny days during this period.

36 mm (1.4 inches)

Precipitation

4 rainy days

Rainy days

7 hours 8 minutes

Sunshine hours

41%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Sarasota reaches a maximum of 6, indicating a level of High exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 25 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 0 1 2 3 5 6 6 5 3 2 1 0 0
Exposure Low Moderate High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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