January weather forecast
Surf City, NJ

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Surf City, New Jersey, is another cold winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

Surf City's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In Surf City, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

January and September are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Surf City, New Jersey. January is the month with the most snowfall in Surf City, New Jersey. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Surf City, in January, the average water temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C).
Note: Diving into 43.3°F (6.3°C) is practical below 50°F (10°C), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 55.4°F (13°C) feels ice-cold.

Daylight

In Surf City, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Surf City are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during January, leads to the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Surf City?

January, with its average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C), holds the record as the coldest month in Surf City, New Jersey.

Is it cold in Surf City during January?

During January, Surf City experiences an average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Surf City?

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

What is the driest month in Surf City?

The months with the least rainfall in Surf City, New Jersey, are January and September Rain falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in January in Surf City?

In Surf City, New Jersey, in January, during 6.8 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Surf City?

The month with the most snowfall in Surf City, New Jersey, is January, when snow falls for 3.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Surf City in January?

In January, in Surf City, New Jersey, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout January, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in January in Surf City?

In Surf City, the average seawater temperature in January is 43.3°F (6.3°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Surf City have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 44min.

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

On the first day of January in Surf City, New Jersey, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Surf City?

In Surf City, New Jersey, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Surf City?

The months with the lowest UV index in Surf City, New Jersey, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January in Surf City?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Surf City is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
46°F 7.8°C
39.7°F 4.3°C
41.4°F 5.2°C
Average low temperature
37.9°F 3.3°C
31.1°F -0.5°C
32.5°F 0.3°C
Average pressure
30.08" 764mmHg
30.07" 764mmHg
30.04" 763mmHg
Average wind speed
12.9mph 20.8km/h
13.5mph 21.7km/h
13.2mph 21.2km/h
Average max. wind speed
13.7mph 22km/h
14.4mph 23.2km/h
13.9mph 22.4km/h
Average wind speed gusts
19.4mph 31.2km/h
20.1mph 32.3km/h
20.6mph 33.2km/h
Average humidity
76%
74%
75%
Average rainfall
1.14" 29mm
0.67" 17mm
0.83" 21mm
Average rainfall days
8.1
6.8
7.4
Average snowfall
0.59" 15mm
0.94" 24mm
0.35" 9mm
Average snowfall days
1.8
3.8
2.7
Average sea temperature
48.5°F 9.2°C
43.3°F 6.3°C
40.8°F 4.9°C
Average daylight
9h 2min
9h 4min
10h 4min
Average sunshine
5h 2min
5h 2min
5h 0min
Average sunshine days
20.7
20.7
18.1
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
45%
42%
46%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Surf City, NJ

Average temperature in January - Surf City, NJ
  • Average high temperature in January: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Surf City, NJ

Average pressure in January - Surf City, NJ
  • Average pressure in January: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Surf City, NJ

Average wind speed in January - Surf City, NJ
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Surf City, NJ

Average humidity in January - Surf City, NJ
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Surf City, NJ

Average rainfall in January - Surf City, NJ
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.67"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (1.14").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in January
Surf City, NJ

Average rainfall days in January - Surf City, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Surf City, NJ

Average snowfall in January - Surf City, NJ
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Surf City, NJ

Average snowfall days in January - Surf City, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Surf City, NJ

Average sea temperature in January - Surf City, NJ
  • Average sea temperature in January: 43.3°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (40.8°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Surf City, NJ

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Surf City, NJ
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Surf City, NJ

Average sunshine days in January - Surf City, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Surf City, NJ

Average UV index in January - Surf City, NJ
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Surf City, NJ

Average cloud cover in January - Surf City, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in January
Surf City, NJ

Average visibility in January - Surf City, NJ
  • 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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