What January feels like in Orlando
January is the coldest stretch of winter in Orlando. Daytime temperatures are mild — neither cold nor hot for walking around. Evenings bring a clear drop in temperature, and nights are cool. Moist air is typical, yet it seldom feels heavy at this time of year.
Rain in Orlando in January
Most days stay dry; rain arrives about one day in 4. A rainy day brings about 8.2 mm (0.3 in) on average — steady rain rather than a passing shower. That is close to Orlando's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 8.9 mm).
Daylight and sunshine in January
Mid-month, Orlando gets 10 h 31 min of daylight, from sunrise near 7:19 am to sunset near 5:49 pm. The days are stretching out — 10 min more daylight than mid-December. The sun is out for roughly 79% of those daylight hours, so there are plenty of bright spells.
How January compares to the rest of the year
In Orlando's temperature order, January sits as the coolest month. Compared with December, afternoons are 1.9°C (3.4°F) cooler, with 4 mm more rain. This is the low point, and February starts to warm up. By February, typical highs are 23°C (73.4°F).
Who January suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — good conditions for sitting outside.
Tips for visiting Orlando in January
Versatile Layers
Pack pieces you can take off by noon and put back on at dusk.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Orlando in January?
Expect around 20.8°C (69.4°F) in the afternoon and 10.9°C (51.6°F) at night, which most visitors would call mild.
Does it rain a lot in Orlando in January?
Not especially. There are about 7 rainy days (57 mm), mostly moderate rain.
What should I wear in Orlando in January?
The numbers point to versatile layers and sunglasses. Add a layer for after dark.
Is January or February better for visiting Orlando?
January scores better on our climate ranking (#4 of 12 vs #5), rated Great against Great. February is warmer and has more rainy days.