Normal weather for Ocean City in January
It's cool to moderate in January in Ocean City with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 3°C and 12°C.
In January, there is an average of 202 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Ocean City in January |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
17°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
19°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
13°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
202 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
19 days | 9 days | |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Ocean City with cool temperatures, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights close to 7°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature rises to around 18°C, with nights close to 7°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Ocean City will be around 17°C, with nights close to 7°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Ocean City?
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then January isn’t the best time to be in Ocean City. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Temperature records for Ocean City in January
With 25°C, Ocean City hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -3°C in 2014. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -8°C to a high of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Ocean City
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Ocean City, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Ocean City
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Ocean City, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect around 19 days of rain in Ocean City.
Daily UV Index in January in Ocean City
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Ocean City, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Ocean City Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Ocean City, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Ocean City Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Ocean City, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in January for Ocean City
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Average Weather in Ocean City by Month
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