January weather - Winter 2025 - Ocean Springs, MS

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average pressure in January
Average wind speed in January
Average humidity in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average snowfall in January
Average snowfall days in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average sunshine days in January
Average UV index in January
Average cloud cover in January
Average visibility in January

A footbridge on the Gulf coast beach in Ocean Springs, Mississippi

Weather in January

In Ocean Springs, Mississippi, the start of the New Year brings with it moderate temperatures, though the inconsistent rain could cause an occasional upset. The weather leans toward the cooler side, transitioning smoothly from the chillier clime of December. A mild day in January could see the mercury rise to 59.2°F (15.1°C) while the nights cool down considerably. Despite the inconsistent rainfall, the city also experiences strong winds, adding to the cooler weather feel of the surroundings. As January makes way for February, citizens can anticipate an increase in temperatures, matched with a similar rise in humidity levels.

Temperature

January, with its average high-temperature of 59.2°F (15.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Ocean Springs, in January, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 179.4 rainfall days, and 40.71" (1034mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

The only month with snowfall is January. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.4 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 27min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Ocean Springs, the average sunshine in January is 5.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during January morphs into the following directions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Temperature readings in Ocean Springs reach their annual highs in January, averaging 59.2°F (15.1°C) and a minimum average of 46°F (7.8°C).

What are January temperatures?

The high-temperature, in January, in Ocean Springs, records 59.2°F (15.1°C), while the low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January in Ocean Springs?

In Ocean Springs, in January, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.4 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow?

January is the first month it typically snows. Throughout January, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ocean Springs have in January?

In Ocean Springs, the average day length in January is 10h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Ocean Springs?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:30 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ocean Springs have in January?

In Ocean Springs, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Ocean Springs, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

61.9°F 16.6°C

59.2°F 15.1°C

63.3°F 17.4°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.9mph 14.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.5

17.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average high temperature in January: 59.2°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.2°F).

Average low temperature in January: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46°F).

Average pressure in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average wind speed in January: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average rainfall in January: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").

Average rainfall days in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average snowfall in January: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average snowfall days in January: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

Average sunshine in January: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average sunshine days in January: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (5.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average UV index in January: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average cloud cover in January: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in January
Ocean Springs, MS

Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

January weather forecast
Ocean Springs, MS

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