Morro Bay in January
January is one of the best months for surfing at Morro Bay.
Plan your trip to Morro BayEvery 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: 2 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 14°C, 5/4 wetsuit and boots
- Air: 17°C by day, 8°C at night
- Weather: 26 sunny days, 7 rainy days
Morro BayCalifornia (San Luis Obispo County), United StatesBeginner-friendly · 5/4 wetsuit and boots · ✈ SBP 25 kmWave height per month (m, average daily max)
Water temperature per month (°C)
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 4 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in January
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Santa Cruz – Cowell'sUnited States · 205 km away · water 13°C2.4 m waves2
Mavericks – Half Moon BayUnited States · 277 km away · water 13°C2 m waves3
Westport – WashingtonUnited States · 1311 km away · water 9°C3 m waves4
Short Sands – OregonUnited States · 1184 km away · water 10°C2.5 m waves5
Blacks Beach – La JollaUnited States · 432 km away · water 15°C1.1 m waves6
Trestles – San ClementeUnited States · 373 km away · water 15°C1.1 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 Morro Bay?
January is one of the best months for surfing at Morro Bay. Waves 2 m, water 14°C (5/4 wetsuit and boots), air 17°C.
How warm is the water at Morro Bay in January?
About 14°C: 5/4 wetsuit and boots.
How big are the waves at Morro Bay in January?
About 2 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Morro Bay in January?
Around 17°C by day and 8°C at night, with about 26 sunny and 7 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in January?
Within 1,500 km: Santa Cruz – Cowell's (2.4 m waves), Mavericks – Half Moon Bay (2 m waves) & Westport – Washington (3 m waves).