January weather forecast
Ocean Springs, MS

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A footbridge on the Gulf coast beach in Ocean Springs, Mississippi
A footbridge on the Gulf coast beach in Ocean Springs, Mississippi

Weather in January

In Ocean Springs, Mississippi, the start of the New Year brings with it moderate temperatures, though the inconsistent rain could cause an occasional upset. The weather leans toward the cooler side, transitioning smoothly from the chillier clime of December. A mild day in January could see the mercury rise to 59.2°F (15.1°C) while the nights cool down considerably. Despite the inconsistent rainfall, the city also experiences strong winds, adding to the cooler weather feel of the surroundings. As January makes way for February, citizens can anticipate an increase in temperatures, matched with a similar rise in humidity levels.

Temperature

Ocean Springs records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 59.2°F (15.1°C) and a low of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Ocean Springs, during January, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In Ocean Springs, Mississippi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.4 days and collects up to 40.71" (1034mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January is the only month when snow falls in Ocean Springs. January is the month with the most snowfall in Ocean Springs. Snow falls for 0.4 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ocean Springs, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of January, in Ocean Springs, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

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

January, with its average high-temperature of 59.2°F (15.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C), holds the record as the coldest month in Ocean Springs.

What are January temperatures in Ocean Springs?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ocean Springs are 59.2°F (15.1°C) and 46°F (7.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Ocean Springs?

The average relative humidity in January in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, is 74%.

How much does it rain in Ocean Springs in January?

In Ocean Springs, Mississippi, in January, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Ocean Springs?

The month with the most snowfall in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, is January, when snow falls for 0.4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing in Ocean Springs?

January is the first month it typically snows in Ocean Springs. Throughout January, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ocean Springs have in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Ocean Springs?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Ocean Springs?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, is 5.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ocean Springs?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Ocean Springs?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
61.9°F 16.6°C
59.2°F 15.1°C
63.3°F 17.4°C
Average low temperature
50.4°F 10.2°C
46°F 7.8°C
50.2°F 10.1°C
Average pressure
30.13" 765mmHg
30.16" 766mmHg
30.11" 765mmHg
Average wind speed
8.4mph 13.5km/h
8.4mph 13.5km/h
8.4mph 13.5km/h
Average max. wind speed
8.9mph 14.3km/h
8.9mph 14.3km/h
8.9mph 14.3km/h
Average wind speed gusts
13.2mph 21.2km/h
13.2mph 21.2km/h
13.2mph 21.2km/h
Average humidity
79%
74%
77%
Average rainfall
3.43" 87mm
2.36" 60mm
2.48" 63mm
Average rainfall days
13.3
10.8
12.5
Average snowfall
0" 0mm
0.35" 9mm
0" 0mm
Average snowfall days
0
0.4
0
Average daylight
10h 1min
10h 2min
11h 1min
Average sunshine
5h 1min
5h 4min
5h 2min
Average sunshine days
15.5
17.9
14
Average UV index
4
4
5
Average cloud cover
44%
38%
42%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average temperature in January - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average high temperature in January: 59.2°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46°F).

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Average pressure in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average pressure in January - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average wind speed in January - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average humidity in January - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average rainfall in January - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average rainfall days in January - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average snowfall in January - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average snowfall days in January - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 4min

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

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Average sunshine days in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average sunshine days in January - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (5.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average UV index in January - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average cloud cover in January - Ocean Springs, MS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average visibility in January - Ocean Springs, MS
  • 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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