Weather in January
Ocean temperature
In Cape Hatteras National Seashore, North Carolina, in January, the average water temperature is 58.8°F (14.9°C).Note: It is life-risking to swim in 58.8°F (14.9°C). Briefly staying in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels unsettling, and temperatures below 50°F (10°C) might result in cold shock and loss of breath control, hinging on personal endurance.
Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 10h and 5min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
What is the water temperature in January in Cape Hatteras National Seashore?
In Cape Hatteras National Seashore, North Carolina, in January, the average water temperature is 58.8°F (14.9°C). Swimming in 58.8°F (14.9°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
What is the average length of the day in January in Cape Hatteras National Seashore?
The average day length in January in Cape Hatteras National Seashore is 10h and 5min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Cape Hatteras National Seashore?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.
Average sea temperature in January
Cape Hatteras National Seashore, NC
- Average sea temperature in January: 58.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (82.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (57.2°F).
Average daylight in January
Cape Hatteras National Seashore, NC
- Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
Cape Hatteras National Seashore, North Carolina, USA
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