Are you considering a trip to Fort Myers in January? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +23°C and about 12 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 9 rainy days and 69 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
January is usually the coldest month of the year in Fort Myers;
Average weather
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+23°C
Avg. max. temperature
-1°C
Min.
+30°C
Max.
69 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
12 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Fort Myers has good weather in January.
Average temperature in Fort Myers in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Fort Myers for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in January is +25°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +29°C during the day and a minimum of +5°C at night.
The average maximum temperature goes down 4% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +29°C to +28°C.
Is Fort Myers warm or cold in January?
Fort Myers is typically warm in January.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +24°C to +23°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +15°C to +13°C.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
January is the coldest month in Fort Myers, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Fort Myers in January
Water in Fort Myers in January is Fresh. It varies from +17°C to +22°C, with an average of +19°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +23°C.
The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Fort Myers are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +30°C. The coldest water temperatures are in January, with an average of +19°C.
Can you swim in Fort Myers in January?
Water temperature (+19°C) in Fort Myers in January might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Fort Myers in January
Fort Myers weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+24°C
+23°C
+24°C
Min. temperature
-2°C
-1°C
-1°C
Max. temperature
+32°C
+30°C
+31°C
Rainfall
49 mm
69 mm
51 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+22°C
+19°C
+20°C
Humidity
76%
74%
73%
Air pressure
1018 HPa
1019 HPa
1018 HPa
Sunny days
11
12
11
Cloudy days
11
10
9
Rainy days
8
9
8
Snowy days
0
0
0
January weather is still as good as in December.It’s getting colder in January. From +24°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +23°C.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 49 mm to 69 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 76% to 74%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 3 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in January, from 11 to 12.
February brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Fort Myers in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Fort Myers is gradually increasing during January, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Fort Myers based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in January stands at 19%, leading to total precipitation of around 55 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 25 mm, which is moderate rain.On average, there are about 6 rainy days during January, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Fort Myers wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 32% chance of precipitation and 278 mm of rainfall per day. December, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 26% chance of precipitation and 49 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last January in Fort Myers?
This is the weather in Fort Myers in January 2023:
1 January
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+29°C
2 January
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+29°C
3 January
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+29°C
4 January
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+28°C
5 January
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+27°C
6 January
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+23°C
7 January
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+25°C
8 January
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+26°C
9 January
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+26°C
10 January
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+23°C
11 January
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+25°C
12 January
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+26°C
13 January
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+21°C
14 January
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+16°C
15 January
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+16°C
16 January
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+21°C
17 January
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+24°C
18 January
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+26°C
19 January
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+27°C
20 January
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+26°C
21 January
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+27°C
22 January
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+26°C
23 January
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+23°C
24 January
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+26°C
25 January
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+28°C
26 January
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+23°C
27 January
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+18°C
28 January
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+25°C
29 January
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+29°C
30 January
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+29°C
31 January
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+28°C
In January 2023 Fort Myers had 25 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +25°C, with an absolute maximum of +29°C and a minimum of +16°C. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 29%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Fort Myers climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Fort Myers in January has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+27°C) and the highest in 2023 (+30°C). The driest year was 1997 with only 1050 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 2546 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Fort Myers in January:
Is January a good time to visit Fort Myers?
January is a really good time to go to Fort Myers. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Fort Myers.
Can you sunbathe in Fort Myers in January?
January is warm in Fort Myers. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Fort Myers in January?
In general, you can swim in Fort Myers in January, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +19°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Fort Myers rainy in January?
Fort Myers is often rainy in January. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Fort Myers in January?
The amount of sunny days in Fort Myers during January varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Fort Myers, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.