Sea Temperature in Fort Walton Beach in January

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Gulf of Mexico (Gulf of America) in Fort Walton Beach in January. Historical daily data. Climate details for January. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Fort Walton Beach. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.

Water Temperature Range in Fort Walton Beach in January

55°F

MINIMUN

63°F

AVERAGE

70°F

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in January in Fort Walton Beach

Water Temperature Chart for Gulf of Mexico (Gulf of America) in Fort Walton Beach in January

Sea Temperature Table in Fort Walton Beach in January Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
Jan 1	66°C	66°C	66°C	66°C
Jan 2	66°C	64°C	64°C	66°C
Jan 3	66°C	64°C	64°C	65°C
Jan 4	66°C	64°C	64°C	65°C
Jan 5	66°C	64°C	64°C	65°C
Jan 6	66°C	64°C	64°C	65°C
Jan 7	66°C	63°C	63°C	64°C
Jan 8	66°C	63°C	63°C	64°C
Jan 9	66°C	63°C	63°C	64°C
Jan 10	66°C	63°C	63°C	64°C
Jan 11	64°C	63°C	63°C	64°C
Jan 12	64°C	61°C	61°C	63°C
Jan 13	64°C	61°C	61°C	63°C
Jan 14	64°C	61°C	61°C	63°C
Jan 15	63°C	61°C	61°C	62°C
Jan 16	63°C	61°C	61°C	62°C
Jan 17	63°C	59°C	59°C	61°C
Jan 18	63°C	59°C	59°C	61°C
Jan 19	63°C	59°C	59°C	61°C
Jan 20	63°C	59°C	59°C	61°C
Jan 21	63°C	59°C	59°C	61°C
Jan 22	61°C	57°C	57°C	60°C
Jan 23	63°C	57°C	57°C	60°C
Jan 24	63°C	57°C	57°C	60°C
Jan 25	63°C	57°C	57°C	60°C
Jan 26	64°C	57°C	57°C	61°C
Jan 27	64°C	55°C	55°C	60°C
Jan 28	64°C	55°C	55°C	60°C
Jan 29	64°C	55°C	55°C	60°C
Jan 30	64°C	55°C	55°C	59°C

Fort Walton Beach Climate and Swimming Opportunities in January

63°F

Average Day Air Temperature

41°F

Average Night Air Temperature

4 in

Precipitation Amount per Month

10 days

Number of Rainy Days

10 hrs

Daylight
per Day

5 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

8 mph

Average Wind Speed

73%

Average
humidity

Fort Walton Beach lies within the Florida in United States. The average daytime temperature in Fort Walton Beach in January is 62°F (17°C), while the nighttime average is 41°F (5°C). There are typically 10 rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 4.5 inches (114 mm). The daylight duration in January in Fort Walton Beach is 10 hours, with an average of 5 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in January is 8 mph (13 km/h), and the humidity level is around 73%.

The water temperature in Fort Walton Beach in January ranges from 59°F to 66°F (15°C to 19°C). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 66°F (19°C), shifting to 63°F (17°C) by mid-January and reaching 61°F (16°C) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Fort Walton Beach for January is 63°F (17°C). Ideal conditions for a refreshing swim, though some may still find it a bit cool.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in January in Fort Walton Beach

What is the sea temperature in Fort Walton Beach in January?

The water temperature in the Gulf of Mexico (Gulf of America) in Fort Walton Beach in January ranges from 59°F to 66°F (15°C to 19°C).

Is it possible to swim in the Gulf of Mexico (Gulf of America) in Fort Walton Beach in January?

The average sea temperature in Fort Walton Beach in January is 63°F (17°C), and the air temperature is 62°F (17°C), so ideal conditions for a refreshing swim, though some may still find it a bit cool.