Can you swim at Seabrook Island in January? — 14.0°C water

Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · January
14.0°C
Live water now
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 Seabrook Island 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 Seabrook Island in January?

Seabrook Island averages 14.0°C in January, based on long-run climatology for the Atlantic Ocean.

Is the sea warm enough to swim at Seabrook Island in January?

Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 14.0°C.

Do I need a wetsuit at Seabrook Island in January?

A 3/2 mm wetsuit makes longer swims comfortable.