Myrtle Beach weather in January (South Carolina, United States of America)

Curious about the January weather in Myrtle Beach? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Myrtle Beach typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 13°C, while night temperatures can drop to 3°C. This time of year is characterized by the most temperate climate of all the months.

Myrtle Beach in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 72 mm for the month. Typically around 10 days of rainfall is expected.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Myrtle Beach. April and May typically offer the best circumstances. While January tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Myrtle Beach climate page with graphs.

 

Myrtle Beach, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 72 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  

Where to go in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in Myrtle Beach in January?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Barbeque
4/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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