United StatesAverage 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.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Ocean City with cool temps, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights around 7°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 18°C, with nights around 7°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Ocean City is around 17°C, while nighttime temps are about 7°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
In January, there is an average of 202 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Ocean City in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
17°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
19°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
13°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
202 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
8 days | 12 days | |
December
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? January isn’t a good month to be in Ocean City. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Temperature records
With 25°C in 2022, Ocean City reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -3°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -8°C to a highest value of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Ocean City
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Ocean City, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Ocean City
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Ocean City, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed 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 it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 8 days of precipitation 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 few years.
Total precipitation in January in Ocean City over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Ocean City, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Ocean City
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Average weather in Ocean City by month
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