Weather in Ocean City Beach, Ocean City, United States in January

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Visiting Ocean City Beach, Ocean City, United States in January

The weather in January is noticeably cooler than the previous month. January has average maximum temperatures of 7°C (45°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 77% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.5hrs making the days quite long and bright. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Ocean City Beach.

January has total rainfall of 6.2cm (2.4inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 10.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 5°C (40°F). January is too cold for swimming in Ocean City Beach for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in January is noticeably colder than the previous month.

During January, Ocean City Beach experiences cold and windy weather with occasional snowfall, making it unsuitable for swimming, sunbathing, and other beach activities. The beach may still be visited for a brisk walk or to enjoy the winter scenery, but water-based activities are not recommended due to the chilly conditions. Consider visiting Ocean City Beach in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.

Can you sunbathe in Ocean City Beach in January?

No, January is not a good time for sunbathing in Ocean City Beach.

January has average maximum temperatures of 7°C (45°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 77% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.5hrs making the days quite long and bright. January has total rainfall of 6.2cm (2.4inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 10.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

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Can you swim in Ocean City Beach in January?

No, January is too cold for swimming in Ocean City Beach for any length of time, with the sea water at 5°C (40°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

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Is January a good time to holiday in Ocean City Beach?

No, January is not a good time for a holiday in Ocean City Beach.

January has average maximum temperatures of 7°C (45°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 77% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.5hrs making the days quite long and bright. January has total rainfall of 6.2cm (2.4inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 10.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Ocean City Beach. Sea temperatures are a cold 5°C (40°F). January is too cold for swimming in Ocean City Beach for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

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Is Ocean City Beach warm in January?

No, Ocean City Beach is too cold for sunbathing in January.

The average maximum temperature in Ocean City Beach in January is 7°C (45°F). The average maximum temperature is 10°C (49°) in the previous month and 8°C (46°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Ocean City Beach in January is 3°C (37°F). The average temperature is 5°C (41°F) in the previous month and 3°C (38°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Ocean City Beach in January?

The average day light hours per day in Ocean City Beach in January are 9.8. The sunshine percentage is 77% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.5hrs making the days quite long and bright.

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Crowds in Ocean City Beach in January

Ocean City Beach is quiet and uncrowded during January, as the cold weather discourages beachgoers. There are no major public holidays or events during this month, so you can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and empty stretches of sand.

Temperature in Ocean City Beach in January

The weather in January is noticeably cooler than the previous month. The average maximum temperature in Ocean City Beach in January is 7°C (45°F). The average maximum temperature is 10°C (49°F) in the previous month and 8°C (46°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Ocean City Beach in January is 3°C (37°F). The average temperature is 5°C (41°F) in the previous month and 3°C (38°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Ocean City Beach in January is -2°C (29°F). The minimum temperature is 1°C (33°F) in the previous month and -1°C (30°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Ocean City Beach in January

The days in January are marginally longer than the previous month and the days continue to get slightly longer into February. January has marginally more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise into February. During January the average day light hours are 9.8 per day in Ocean City Beach. The sunshine percentage is 77% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.5hrs making the days quite long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Ocean City Beach in January is typically 2.1 during January. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Ocean City Beach in January

The average sea water temperature in Ocean City Beach in January is 4.6°C (40.3°F) which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia. The sea temperature in January is noticeably colder than the previous month.

Rainfall in Ocean City Beach in January

January weather is drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop slightly into February. January has a couple of less days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into February. The average total rainfall in Ocean City Beach in January is 6.2cm (2.4inches) and on average there are 10.9 rainy days in January making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Ocean City Beach in January

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Ocean City Beach in January is 1°C (35°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 4°C (40°F) in the previous month and 1°C (1°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Ocean City Beach in January is typically 85.5%. The maximum relative humidity is 88.7% in the previous month and 84.3% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Ocean City Beach in January is typically 69.6%. The average relative humidity is 73% in the previous month and 67.5% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Ocean City Beach in January

The average maximum wind speed in Ocean City Beach in January is typically 25KM/H (15MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 24KM/H (15MPH) in the previous month and 26KM/H (16MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Ocean City Beach in January is typically 13KM/H (8MPH). The average wind speed is 12KM/H (8MPH) in the previous month and 13KM/H (8MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Ocean City Beach in January is from the West-Northwest.

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