Can you swim at Hilton Head Beach in January? — 14.0°C water
Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · January
14.0°C
Live water now
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Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
cool
Cool. 14.0°C in January means short dips for most people. A 2 mm shorty or 3/2 mm wetsuit transforms the experience.
Monthly averages set expectations, but the specific beach today depends on wind, swell and recent weather. Check the live value at the top of this page or open the Hilton Head Beach live page for full conditions.
Best months to swim
May · June · July · August · September · October
Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Hilton Head Beach in January?
Hilton Head Beach averages 14.0°C in January, based on long-run climatology for the Atlantic Ocean.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Hilton Head Beach in January?
Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 14.0°C.
Do I need a wetsuit at Hilton Head Beach in January?
