Golf in Melbourne, FL in January

January in Melbourne, FL: shoulder season for golf — playable with smart tee time selection. Best tee times: mid-morning through early afternoon.

Average January Weather
Avg daily high72°F
Avg daily low56°F
Rainy days12 / mo
Avg peak wind12.5 mph

Is January a Good Time to Golf in Melbourne?

Based on 10 years of climate data (2015–2024), January in Melbourne, FL averages 72°F highs and 56°F lows. Expect about 12 days with measurable precipitation and peak winds averaging 12.5 mph. Our playability scoring treats wind under 8 mph as ideal, temperatures of 60–80°F as optimal, and rain probability below 20% as a green light — use these averages to gauge how often January hits those thresholds.

Best Tee Times in January

For Melbourne in January, plan to mid-morning through early afternoon. Wind typically rises through the afternoon as thermal mixing builds, so earlier rounds tend to score higher on our playability scale.

Compare to Other Months

Today's Live Forecast

Climate normals show the long-term picture, but day-to-day weather varies. Check today's live golf weather score for Melbourne, FL for the current playability rating, hourly wind, temperature, and the recommended tee time window.

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