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Mount Pleasant Weather in January

Thinking of visiting Mount Pleasant in January? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 15°C (59°F) during the day, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Mount Pleasant in January

Past climate data indicates that roughly 12 days will see rain, totalling around 73 mm (2.9 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Mount Pleasant in January

Mount Pleasant in January gets highs of 15°C (59°F) during the day and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night. January is typically considered a summer month. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With lows around 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.

Sunshine in Mount Pleasant in January

The month enjoys around 198 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in Mount Pleasant in January

Average wind conditions reach 7 m/s (14 knots) in January. This indicates a windy month with strong breezes dominating the weather pattern. Remember this is an average: while most days are notably windy, some calmer periods occur alongside more stormy conditions.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit.

Mount Pleasant Temperature in January

Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
39%
Precipitation
73 mm (2.9 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
78%
Windspeed
7 m/s (14 knots)
Sunshine
198 hours
Percentage Sunshine

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Daily Historical Temperatures

46-year average (1976-2026)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Mount Pleasant typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 15°C (59°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 7°C (45°F).

Average temperatures in January

Daily Historical Precipitation

46-year average (1976-2026)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in January

Historical weather records for Mount Pleasant in January

Browse day-by-day weather records for Mount Pleasant spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Mount Pleasant historical weather extremes in January

Based on weather observations in Mount Pleasant between 2000 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.

  • The warmest day in January was on January 30, 2025, with a maximum of 27°C (81°F).
  • On January 14, 2016, Mount Pleasant saw its coldest January day with temperatures maxing out at 5°C (41°F).
  • The coldest night in January in Mount Pleasant was on January 4, 2014, with a minimum of 1°C (34°F).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Mount Pleasant in January

The weather can be unpredictable in January, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Mount Pleasant in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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