Folly Beach – The Washout in January
January is one of the best months for surfing at Folly Beach – The Washout.
Plan your trip to Folly Beach – The WashoutEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 1.3 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 12°C, 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves
- Air: 14°C by day, 6°C at night
- Weather: 23 sunny days, 8 rainy days
Folly Beach – The WashoutSouth Carolina (Charleston County), United StatesBeginner-friendly · 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves · ✈ CHS 28 kmWave height per month (m, average daily max)
Water temperature per month (°C)
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in January
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Cocoa BeachUnited States · 481 km away · water 19°C1 m waves2
Wrightsville BeachUnited States · 264 km away · water 12°C1.3 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in January →Questions
Is January a good time for surfing at Folly Beach – The Washout?
January is one of the best months for surfing at Folly Beach – The Washout. Waves 1.3 m, water 12°C (5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves), air 14°C.
How warm is the water at Folly Beach – The Washout in January?
About 12°C: 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves.
How big are the waves at Folly Beach – The Washout in January?
About 1.3 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Folly Beach – The Washout in January?
Around 14°C by day and 6°C at night, with about 23 sunny and 8 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in January?
Within 1,500 km: Cocoa Beach (1 m waves) & Wrightsville Beach (1.3 m waves).