Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Winter Park in January
This is the coldest month in Winter Park: highs average 70°F (21°C) and lows 48°F (9°C), with about 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain.
At 92/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 70°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 48°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (60 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 48%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 22 min
- Comfort score
- 92/100 · Great
What January feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 70°F (21°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 48°F (9°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.4 in (60 mm).
Plan around January
January is one of Winter Park's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from December (92 → 92/100).
- Our Orlando New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, 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 48°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Winter Park in January
January is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Park Avenue
Winter Park's brick main street of shops, cafes and sidewalk tables, lined along Central Park and the train station.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jan 1 late morning.
Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour
An hour-long pontoon tour, running since 1938, through Winter Park's chain of lakes and the canals between them.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jan 1 morning.
Knowles Memorial Chapel
A Spanish Revival chapel on the Rollins College campus, near the shore of Lake Virginia.
Why now January scores 92/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Kraft Azalea Garden
A free lakefront garden of cypress trees and azaleas on Lake Maitland, with a columned exedra at the water.
Why now Highs near 70°F and 2.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in January
- Walt Disney World in January~19 mi · highs 69°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Tampa & the Riverwalk in January~81 mi · highs 68°F, 2.6 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- St. Augustine in January~90 mi · highs 64°F, 3.1 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Downtown St. Petersburg in January~96 mi · highs 68°F, 2.6 in rain · 1°C (2°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.
Winter Park in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Winter Park?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 92/100. Expect highs of 70°F (21°C) and 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain.
How hot is Winter Park in January?
Average highs are 70°F (21°C) and average lows 48°F (9°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Winter Park in January?
Some: about 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 51.2 in (1301 mm).
What should I pack for Winter Park in January?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 48°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.4 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Winter Park
Routes in season in January
- Orlando New Year's Eve Dec 30 – Jan 1
Planning Winter Park in January?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.