Monthly climate guide
Myrtle Beach weather in January
January in Myrtle Beach is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 14°C (57°F) and night-time lows near 9°C (48°F). The month usually brings about 69 mm of rain (some rain) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- In Myrtle Beach, January is mid-winter.
- Expect more cloud than at any other time of year.
- Rain is well below Myrtle Beach's usual level (around 45% less).
- There's little difference between day and night (around 5°C).
January is typically Myrtle Beach's coolest month.It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
14°C
57°F
Avg low
9°C
48°F
Rainfall
69 mm
some rain
Humidity
80%
relative
Sky
71%
cloud · often cloudy
Myrtle Beach weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C / 57°F | 9°C / 48°F | 69 mm | 80% | 71% |
| February | 15°C / 59°F | 10°C / 50°F | 99 mm | 81% | 73% |
| March | 17°C / 62°F | 12°C / 54°F | 87 mm | 79% | 64% |
| April | 20°C / 69°F | 16°C / 61°F | 102 mm | 80% | 52% |
| May | 24°C / 76°F | 21°C / 70°F | 114 mm | 80% | 49% |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 25°C / 76°F | 146 mm | 80% | 56% |
| July | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 79°F | 182 mm | 81% | 52% |
| August | 29°C / 84°F | 26°C / 79°F | 185 mm | 81% | 58% |
| September | 27°C / 81°F | 24°C / 76°F | 187 mm | 80% | 56% |
| October | 24°C / 74°F | 20°C / 67°F | 125 mm | 77% | 50% |
| November | 19°C / 66°F | 14°C / 57°F | 94 mm | 78% | 58% |
| December | 16°C / 61°F | 12°C / 53°F | 115 mm | 82% | 70% |
What to pack for January
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is January a good time to visit Myrtle Beach?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Myrtle Beach →Other United States cities in January
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Myrtle Beach in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Myrtle Beach?
January is a reasonable time for Myrtle Beach: highs around 14°C and about 69 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Myrtle Beach in January?
Average highs are about 14°C (57°F) and average lows about 9°C (48°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Myrtle Beach in January?
Myrtle Beach typically gets around 69 mm of rain in January — some rain. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Myrtle Beach (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.