Is the ocean cold in Florida in January?


Is the ocean cold in Florida in January? Florida Weather in January The Atlantic Ocean's (East Coast) waters average mid-to-high 50s from Central Florida north. The beaches to the south—West Palm Beach, Miami, and the Florida Keys—are always several degrees warmer than those in north Florida.


Can I wear shorts in Orlando in January?

The wind can make low temperatures feel brutal! Comfortable clothes that you can layer: Florida's wacky weather sometimes lets us wear T-shirts and shorts during January, but for the most part, it's better to bring clothes that you can layer, such as a flannel shirt or spirit jersey.


Can you sunbathe in Florida in January?

You can! Actually, you can sunbathe in all winter months in Florida... November, December, January, February -- all are suitable for sunbathing! Plan to bring the bikini and suntan oil and sun protection, because it is definitely bikini weather!


Is it too cold to swim at Disney in January?

You would want to have a wrap or light jacket for the evenings just in case, but there is still a good chance of having shorts weather for some or all your days in the parks. The Disney Resort Hotels heat their resort pools year-round to around 82 degrees (about 28 degrees Celsius).


Is January a good month to go to Florida?

Florida weather in January is the coldest of the year, but it's still very warm with mild temperatures throughout the month. It's a great time to visit the Disney World theme parks because most families tend to visit in the summer.


Is January the coldest month in Florida?

January is the coolest month of the year in Florida, with average lows of around 49 F (around 10 C) in Orlando. However, temperatures in the middle of the day can hit 74 F in the Florida Keys (around 23 C), making it possible to spend plenty of time exploring the great outdoors.


Do people go to the beach in the winter in Florida?

Beyond the fact that flirting with frost is NBD to people who are coming from single-digit highs, a trip to a Florida beach in the winter can be just as fun-filled as a summer vacation. It's a lot less crowded, and the scenery is just as nice. It's just a bit more bracing, is all, and the prep is a little different.


Where is the warmest ocean water in Florida?

Water at the warmest beaches — Key West and Naples — averages 87 °F (31 °C) when the temperature peaks in July and August. That's the hottest ocean water to be found anywhere at any time in the United States.


What to wear on a plane to Florida?

You very well might need a jacket in Florida; you should bring a lightweight one with you. I usually wear pants, a long sleeved shirt (you can roll up the sleeves) and comfortable shoes. It can get cold on the plane, especially if you're in an exit row and can also get hot.


Where is the prettiest beach in Florida?

10 Best Beaches in Florida
  • Fort Zachary Taylor State Park.
  • Sanibel Island.
  • South Beach.
  • Grayton Beach State Park, South Walton.
  • Siesta Beach.
  • Pensacola Beach.
  • Fort Lauderdale Beach.
  • Caladesi Island State Park.