January weather forecast
Rhode Island, NY

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Rhode Island, New York, is a freezing cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and min 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Temperature

In Rhode Island, the month of January registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 26.8°F (-2.9°C) at the peak and 15.4°F (-9.2°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

In Rhode Island, the average relative humidity in January is 87%.

Rainfall

In Rhode Island, New York, in January, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rhode Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.6 days and collects up to 34.09" (866mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rhode Island, during January, snow falls for 19.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.39" (213mm) of snow. In Rhode Island, New York, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.9 days and aggregates up to 44.8" (1138mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Rhode Island is 9h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Rhode Island is 2.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during January morphs into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Rhode Island?

January, with an average high of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and a low of 15.4°F (-9.2°C), signifies the coldest month of the year in Rhode Island.

How cold is it in Rhode Island in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 15.4°F (-9.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Rhode Island?

The average relative humidity in January in Rhode Island, New York, is 87%.

How much does it rain in Rhode Island in January?

In Rhode Island, New York, during January, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Rhode Island?

In Rhode Island, New York, in January, snow falls for 19.9 days, with typically accumulated 8.39" (213mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rhode Island have in January?

In January, the average day length in Rhode Island is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Rhode Island?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rhode Island, New York, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rhode Island have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 2.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Rhode Island?

The months with the lowest UV index in Rhode Island, New York, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in January in Rhode Island?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Rhode Island, New York, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Rhode Island, NY

Average temperature in January - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Rhode Island, NY

Average pressure in January - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average pressure in January: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Rhode Island, NY

Average wind speed in January - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in January
Rhode Island, NY

Average humidity in January - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average humidity in January: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in January
Rhode Island, NY

Average rainfall in January - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

Average rainfall days in January
Rhode Island, NY

Average rainfall days in January - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Rhode Island, NY

Average snowfall in January - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average snowfall in January: 8.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Rhode Island, NY

Average snowfall days in January - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average snowfall days in January: 19.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Rhode Island, NY

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Rhode Island, NY

Average sunshine days in January - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Rhode Island, NY

Average UV index in January - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Rhode Island, NY

Average cloud cover in January - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average cloud cover in January: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Rhode Island, NY

Average visibility in January - Rhode Island, NY
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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