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Rockaway Beach Weather in January
January in Rockaway Beach sees daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F) at night. Being part of the rainy season, heavy rainfall is a regular part of the day, so pack accordingly.
Rainfall in Rockaway Beach in January
Rockaway Beach is in the rainy season in January, with rain on around 23 days and an average of 421 mm (17 in). The rain this month falls heavily when it arrives, so waterproofs are worth keeping handy.
Temperature in Rockaway Beach in January
Temperatures in Rockaway Beach in January top out at 9°C (48°F) and drop to 3°C (37°F) overnight. January is typically considered a winter month. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With lows around 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.
Sunshine in Rockaway Beach in January
The city usually sees around 84 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and August typically offer the best weather for Rockaway Beach.
Rockaway Beach Temperature in January
Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
75%
Precipitation
421 mm (17 in)
Rainy days
23 days
Sunshine
84 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Astoria, the United States of America (64 KM, 40 Miles).
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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 Rockaway Beach in January
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Rockaway Beach in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.
What To Do in Rockaway Beach in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming4/10 -
Cycling4/10 -
Walking4/10 -
Camping3/10 -
Outdoor sports4/10
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