Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Amelia Island in January
This is the coldest month in Amelia Island: highs average 62°F (17°C) and lows 54°F (12°C), with about 2.5 in (64 mm) of rain.
It scores 81/100 for comfort, 8th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 62°F (17°C)
- Avg low
- 54°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 2.5 in (64 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 64%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 13 min
- Comfort score
- 81/100 · Great
What January feels like
Highs near 62°F (17°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 54°F (12°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.5 in (64 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around January
January is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (February – May and November & December).
- Comfort slips from 84/100 in December to 81/100.
- Our St. Augustine & Amelia Island route is planned for Late Nov – Jan, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — January is part of it.
What to pack for January
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 54°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Amelia Island in January
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Timoti's Seafood Shak
Casual local seafood counter a block off Centre Street, known for local wild-caught shrimp and fish tacos.
Why now January scores 81/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Palace Saloon
Florida's oldest continuously operating bar, open since 1903 behind a carved mahogany bar on Centre Street.
Why now Highs near 62°F and 2.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Main Beach Park
Fernandina Beach's main public beach on the Atlantic, with a long boardwalk and wide, firm sand.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Fort Clinch State Park
Brick 19th-century fort at the island's north tip, with costumed garrison programs, beach and maritime-forest trails.
Centre Street
Main street of Fernandina Beach's 50-block historic district, with Victorian brick storefronts running down to the harbor.
Nearby in January
- Jacksonville Beach in January~27 mi · highs 62°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Jacksonville & Southbank in January~27 mi · highs 63°F, 2.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- St. Augustine in January~54 mi · highs 64°F, 3.1 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Savannah in January~100 mi · highs 59°F, 2.4 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Amelia Island in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Amelia Island?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 81/100 against a best of 89 in February – May and November & December. Expect highs of 62°F (17°C) and 2.5 in (64 mm) of rain.
How cold is Amelia Island in January?
Average highs are 62°F (17°C) and average lows 54°F (12°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Amelia Island in January?
Some: about 2.5 in (64 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 46.6 in (1184 mm).
What should I pack for Amelia Island in January?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 54°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Amelia Island
Routes in season in January
- St. Augustine & Amelia Island Late Nov – Jan
Planning Amelia Island in January?
Share this January plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.