January weather forecast
Gulfport, MS

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Inlets in the Gulfport, Mississippi, with a clear far view of the rest of the seaside city
Inlets in the Gulfport, Mississippi, with a clear far view of the rest of the seaside city

Weather in January

As Gulfport transitions into the New Year, a mild winter climate persists. The city experiences its coldest temperatures and lowest UV index at 4. Still, compared to February, January maintains a cooler ambiance. Residents encounter periods of overcast skies, with 37% cloud cover being the norm. However, the frosty days do not impact the city's charm, making it a serene, wintry escape.

Temperature

Gulfport's January weather, with an average high temperature of 59.2°F (15.1°C) and an average low temperature of 46°F (7.8°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

In Gulfport, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

In Gulfport, in January, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 184.5 rainfall days, and 43.62" (1108mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

The only month with snowfall is January. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.3 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

The month with the coldest seawater is January, with an average ocean temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C).
Note: Dipping into 56.8°F (13.8°C) below 50°F (10°C) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 55.4°F (13°C) feels cold to the bone.

Daylight

In Gulfport, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 27min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Gulfport, Mississippi, the average sunshine in January is 5.7h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in January interprets into the following advice:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Gulfport?

The coldest temperatures in Gulfport occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 59.2°F (15.1°C) and a low of 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the average January temperature in Gulfport?

In January, in Gulfport, the average high-temperature is 59.2°F (15.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Gulfport?

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

How much does it rain in Gulfport in January?

In Gulfport, in January, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Gulfport?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Gulfport. Snow falls for 0.3 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing in Gulfport?

January is the first month it typically snows in Gulfport. Throughout January, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the coldest ocean in Gulfport?

With an average ocean temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C), January is the month with the coldest seawater in Gulfport, Mississippi.

What is the water temperature in January in Gulfport?

In January, the average ocean temperature in Gulfport is 56.8°F (13.8°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in January in Gulfport?

In January, the average day length in Gulfport, Mississippi, is 10h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Gulfport?

On the first day of January in Gulfport, Mississippi, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Gulfport?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Gulfport, Mississippi, is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gulfport?

The months with the lowest UV index in Gulfport are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index reading in January in Gulfport?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
62.1°F 16.7°C
59.2°F 15.1°C
63.3°F 17.4°C
Average low temperature
50.4°F 10.2°C
46°F 7.8°C
50.5°F 10.3°C
Average pressure
30.13" 765mmHg
30.16" 766mmHg
30.11" 765mmHg
Average wind speed
8.4mph 13.5km/h
8.5mph 13.7km/h
8.5mph 13.7km/h
Average max. wind speed
9mph 14.5km/h
9.1mph 14.6km/h
9.1mph 14.6km/h
Average wind speed gusts
13.4mph 21.6km/h
13.4mph 21.6km/h
13.4mph 21.6km/h
Average humidity
79%
74%
77%
Average rainfall
3.7" 94mm
2.52" 64mm
2.6" 66mm
Average rainfall days
13.8
11.4
13.3
Average snowfall
0" 0mm
0.31" 8mm
0" 0mm
Average snowfall days
0.1
0.3
0
Average sea temperature
60.6°F 15.9°C
56.8°F 13.8°C
58.1°F 14.5°C
Average daylight
10h 1min
10h 2min
11h 1min
Average sunshine
5h 1min
5h 4min
5h 2min
Average sunshine days
15.4
18.1
13.3
Average UV index
4
4
5
Average cloud cover
44%
37%
42%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Gulfport, MS

Average temperature in January - Gulfport, MS
  • Average high temperature in January: 59.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46°F).

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Average pressure in January
Gulfport, MS

Average pressure in January - Gulfport, MS
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Gulfport, MS

Average wind speed in January - Gulfport, MS
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Gulfport, MS

Average humidity in January - Gulfport, MS
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Gulfport, MS

Average rainfall in January - Gulfport, MS
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in January
Gulfport, MS

Average rainfall days in January - Gulfport, MS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Gulfport, MS

Average snowfall in January - Gulfport, MS
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Gulfport, MS

Average snowfall days in January - Gulfport, MS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Gulfport, MS

Average sea temperature in January - Gulfport, MS
  • Average sea temperature in January: 56.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (56.8°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Gulfport, MS

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gulfport, MS
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Gulfport, MS

Average sunshine days in January - Gulfport, MS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Gulfport, MS

Average UV index in January - Gulfport, MS
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in January
Gulfport, MS

Average cloud cover in January - Gulfport, MS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in January
Gulfport, MS

Average visibility in January - Gulfport, MS
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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