Sea Temperature in Cape May in January

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Atlantic Ocean in Cape May in January. Historical daily data. Climate details for January. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Cape May. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.

Water Temperature Range in Cape May in January

34°F

MINIMUN

40°F

AVERAGE

46°F

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in January in Cape May

Water Temperature Chart for Atlantic Ocean in Cape May in January

Sea Temperature Table in Cape May in January Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
Jan 1	45°C	46°C	46°C	46°C
Jan 2	43°C	45°C	45°C	44°C
Jan 3	43°C	45°C	45°C	44°C
Jan 4	43°C	45°C	45°C	44°C
Jan 5	43°C	45°C	45°C	44°C
Jan 6	43°C	45°C	45°C	43°C
Jan 7	43°C	43°C	43°C	42°C
Jan 8	43°C	43°C	43°C	42°C
Jan 9	43°C	43°C	43°C	42°C
Jan 10	43°C	43°C	43°C	42°C
Jan 11	41°C	41°C	41°C	40°C
Jan 12	41°C	41°C	41°C	40°C
Jan 13	41°C	41°C	41°C	40°C
Jan 14	43°C	41°C	41°C	40°C
Jan 15	43°C	39°C	39°C	39°C
Jan 16	43°C	39°C	39°C	39°C
Jan 17	43°C	39°C	39°C	39°C
Jan 18	43°C	39°C	39°C	40°C
Jan 19	43°C	39°C	39°C	39°C
Jan 20	41°C	37°C	37°C	38°C
Jan 21	43°C	37°C	37°C	38°C
Jan 22	43°C	37°C	37°C	38°C
Jan 23	43°C	37°C	37°C	38°C
Jan 24	41°C	36°C	36°C	37°C
Jan 25	41°C	36°C	36°C	37°C
Jan 26	41°C	36°C	36°C	37°C
Jan 27	41°C	36°C	36°C	37°C
Jan 28	41°C	34°C	34°C	36°C
Jan 29	41°C	34°C	34°C	36°C
Jan 30	41°C	34°C	34°C	36°C

Cape May Climate and Swimming Opportunities in January

43°F

Average Day Air Temperature

27°F

Average Night Air Temperature

3 in

Precipitation Amount per Month

11 days

Number of Rainy Days

10 hrs

Daylight
per Day

5 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

11 mph

Average Wind Speed

70%

Average
humidity

Cape May lies within the New Jersey in United States. The average daytime temperature in Cape May in January is 42°F (6°C), while the nighttime average is 28°F (-3°C). There are typically 11 rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 3.2 inches (81 mm). The daylight duration in January in Cape May is 10 hours, with an average of 5 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in January is 11 mph (18 km/h), and the humidity level is around 70%.

The water temperature in Cape May in January ranges from 36°F to 45°F (2°C to 7°C). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 45°F (7°C), shifting to 39°F (4°C) by mid-January and reaching 37°F (3°C) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Cape May for January is 39°F (4°C). The water is freezing, and the air is still very cold. Even a brief dip can be risky. A wetsuit is highly recommended.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in January in Cape May

What is the sea temperature in Cape May in January?

The water temperature in the Atlantic Ocean in Cape May in January ranges from 36°F to 45°F (2°C to 7°C).

Is it possible to swim in the Atlantic Ocean in Cape May in January?

The average sea temperature in Cape May in January is 39°F (4°C), and the air temperature is 42°F (6°C), so the water is freezing, and the air is still very cold. Even a brief dip can be risky. A wetsuit is highly recommended.