Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Beaufort in January
This is the coldest month in Beaufort: highs average 57°F (14°C) and lows 43°F (6°C), with about 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain.
It scores 77/100 for comfort, 8th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 57°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 43°F (6°C)
- Rain
- 2.5 in (63 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 56%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 05 min
- Comfort score
- 77/100 · Great
What January feels like
Days are mild at around 57°F (14°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 43°F (6°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.5 in (63 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around January
January is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (March – May and October & November).
- Comfort slips from 80/100 in December to 77/100.
- Our Charleston & Savannah route recommends Mar – May, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 43°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Beaufort in January
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Hunting Island State Park
Wild beach, maritime forest and a climbable 1875 lighthouse.
Why now January scores 77/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Fishcamp on 11th Street
Dockside bar and seafood spot on Battery Creek in Port Royal.
Why now Highs near 57°F and 2.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Saltus River Grill
Waterfront seafood grill with sushi and a patio over the park.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park
Riverfront lawns and swings facing the Beaufort River and Woods Memorial Bridge.
Penn Center
Former school for freed people on St. Helena Island, core of Gullah history.
Nearby in January
- Savannah in January~35 mi · highs 59°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Charleston in January~49 mi · highs 57°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Amelia Island in January~130 mi · highs 62°F, 2.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Jacksonville Beach in January~154 mi · highs 62°F, 2.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Beaufort in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Beaufort?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 77/100 against a best of 92 in March – May and October & November. Expect highs of 57°F (14°C) and 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain. Our Charleston & Savannah route recommends Mar – May, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Beaufort in January?
Average highs are 57°F (14°C) and average lows 43°F (6°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Beaufort in January?
Some: about 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 45.4 in (1152 mm).
What should I pack for Beaufort in January?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 43°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Beaufort in January?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.