January weather forecast
Ocean City, MD

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The Ocean city in Maryland, with water on both sides of the city
The Ocean city in Maryland, with water on both sides of the city

Weather in January

Expect cooler temperatures in Ocean City, Maryland during January with the average highs reaching up to 42.4°F (5.8°C) and lows dropping down to 34.2°F (1.2°C). The start of a new year brings a slight chill and a low sunlight duration compared to the following months. Out of the 9.9 daylight hours spent in January, the sun shines for approximately 5.5 hours. A noticeable uptick in relative humidity can make the cold air feel even brisker. January also marks a steady phase for winds blowing through the city with an average speed of 13.9mph (22.4km/h).

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and a low of 34.2°F (1.2°C), is the coldest month in Ocean City.

Humidity

January and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Ocean City.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.9 days and typically collects 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ocean City are January through March, November and December. In Ocean City, in January, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Ocean City, Maryland, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.1 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C).
Note: Without suitable protection, venturing into 44.2°F (6.8°C) waters cooler than 50°F (10°C) can lead to pronounced cold shock and rapid breaths.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ocean City, the average sunshine in January is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Ocean City?

With its average high temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and a low of 34.2°F (1.2°C), January is regarded as the coldest month in Ocean City.

Is January cold in Ocean City?

The high-temperature, in January, in Ocean City, is 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 34.2°F (1.2°C).

What are the least humid months in Ocean City?

The months with the lowest humidity in Ocean City, Maryland, are January and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in January in Ocean City?

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

What is the driest month in Ocean City?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Ocean City, Maryland. Rain falls for 8.9 days and accumulates 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Ocean City in January?

In January, in Ocean City, Maryland, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout January, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Ocean City?

In Ocean City, in January, during 2.8 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in January in Ocean City?

In January, the average ocean temperature in Ocean City is 44.2°F (6.8°C). Swimming in 44.2°F (6.8°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in January in Ocean City?

In Ocean City, the average day length in January is 9h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Ocean City?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ocean City have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Ocean City, Maryland, is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ocean City?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January in Ocean City?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
48.4°F 9.1°C
42.4°F 5.8°C
43.9°F 6.6°C
Average low temperature
41.2°F 5.1°C
34.2°F 1.2°C
35.6°F 2°C
Average pressure
30.1" 765mmHg
30.09" 764mmHg
30.06" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
13.3mph 21.4km/h
13.9mph 22.4km/h
13.6mph 21.9km/h
Average max. wind speed
14.2mph 22.9km/h
14.8mph 23.8km/h
14.4mph 23.2km/h
Average wind speed gusts
20.3mph 32.7km/h
21.2mph 34.1km/h
21.7mph 34.9km/h
Average humidity
75%
74%
75%
Average rainfall
1.73" 44mm
1.46" 37mm
1.69" 43mm
Average rainfall days
11.5
8.9
9.1
Average snowfall
0.24" 6mm
0.35" 9mm
0.39" 10mm
Average snowfall days
1.5
2.8
2.3
Average sea temperature
50.3°F 10.2°C
44.2°F 6.8°C
41.9°F 5.5°C
Average daylight
9h 3min
9h 5min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
5h 2min
5h 3min
5h 1min
Average sunshine days
16.4
17.8
15.3
Average UV index
2
2
3
Average cloud cover
43%
41%
44%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Ocean City, MD

Average temperature in January - Ocean City, MD
  • Average high temperature in January: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Ocean City, MD

Average pressure in January - Ocean City, MD
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Ocean City, MD

Average wind speed in January - Ocean City, MD
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Ocean City, MD

Average humidity in January - Ocean City, MD
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Ocean City, MD

Average rainfall in January - Ocean City, MD
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in January
Ocean City, MD

Average rainfall days in January - Ocean City, MD
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Ocean City, MD

Average snowfall in January - Ocean City, MD
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Ocean City, MD

Average snowfall days in January - Ocean City, MD
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Ocean City, MD

Average sea temperature in January - Ocean City, MD
  • Average sea temperature in January: 44.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (41.9°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ocean City, MD

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ocean City, MD
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Ocean City, MD

Average sunshine days in January - Ocean City, MD
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Ocean City, MD

Average UV index in January - Ocean City, MD
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Ocean City, MD

Average cloud cover in January - Ocean City, MD
  • Average cloud cover in January: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in January
Ocean City, MD

Average visibility in January - Ocean City, MD
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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