The month in detail
What to expect in January
Winter in Cape Cod is cool (39°F during the day). Days are short (4.7h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. Expect rain on 28% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
January ranks 11 out of 12 months in Cape Cod. Compared to December: −4°F daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
2 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
-4°
Sea
5°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
9.3h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Cape Cod is August (8.5/10), 7.4 pts higher than January.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.
Country · United States
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 79°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 39°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMay · 30%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Other destinations in January
If January doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Cape Cod ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
United StatesTemperate oceanic climate with a 8.5 → 1.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
41.67°N · 70.22°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Cape Cod?
July is the best month with 79°F highs, 68°F lows, 8.1h of sunshine and 24.0% rainy days. The months of July & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Cape Cod get in July?
Cape Cod averages 8.1 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.0/10.
What is the rainiest month in Cape Cod?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Cape Cod in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 68°F, while afternoon highs average 79°F.
Is Cape Cod good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Cape Cod scores 1.1/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 8.0/10.
When should you avoid Cape Cod?
January is the most difficult month to visit Cape Cod, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Cape Cod in January?
In January, the sea averages 41°F in Cape Cod: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Cape Cod in January?
The average UV index reaches 2 in January in Cape Cod (low), with about 9.3h of daylight. No protection needed.