Jacksonville weather in January
January in Jacksonville averages 66°F by day and 47°F at night, with 2.9 inches of precipitation. It is the 12th-warmest and 8th-wettest month of the year here.
- Average high
- 66°F-2° vs December
- Average low
- 47°F2 nights below freezing
- Precipitation
- 2.9 in5 days with 0.1 in. or more
- Snow
- 0.0 in0 days at 90°F+
Is January a good time to visit Jacksonville?
Yes. January is one of the most comfortable months in Jacksonville by our rule (highs of 62 to 86°F, lows of 42°F or more and under 4.5 inches of precipitation). The most comfortable months overall are October to April.
Get outside in Jacksonville in January
January is made for being outside. Try Fort Caroline, Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve, James Weldon Johnson Park. All things to do in Jacksonville.
On January 15 the sun rises at 7:24 am and sets at 5:48 pm, giving 10h 24m of daylight. Daylight all year.
What to pack for Jacksonville in January
- T-shirts and a light jacket or sweater
Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.
January nearby
| City | Distance | High | Low | Precip. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | 66°F | 47°F | 2.9 in | |
| Gainesville, FL | 61 mi | 67°F | 43°F | 3.3 in |
| Palm Coast, FL | 66 mi | 68°F | 47°F | 2.8 in |
| Daytona Beach, FL | 88 mi | 69°F | 49°F | 2.7 in |
| Deltona, FL | 96 mi | 69°F | 45°F | 3.1 in |
| Savannah, GA | 121 mi | 61°F | 40°F | 3.3 in |
| Orlando, FL | 126 mi | 72°F | 50°F | 2.5 in |
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Jacksonville in January?
In January, Jacksonville averages a high of 66°F and a low of 47°F, with 2.9 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Is January a good time to visit Jacksonville?
Yes. January is one of Jacksonville's most comfortable months by our rule: highs between 62°F and 86°F, lows of 42°F or more and modest rain.
Does it snow in Jacksonville in January?
Rarely. The January snowfall normal is under half an inch.
Before and after: Jacksonville in December and Jacksonville in February. All twelve months: Jacksonville weather by month.
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Jacksonville NAS, FL, 7.8 miles from the city center.