January weather forecast
Rhode Island, USA

January in Rhode Island is synonymous with the depths of winter. The state, particularly its inland regions, experiences some of the coldest temperatures of the year during this month. Providence, being a notable city in the region, can serve as a reference for the state's weather patterns.

The month sees temperatures ranging from 15°F (-9.4°C) to 20°F (-6.7°C) in most areas. Coastal regions, influenced by the moderating effect of the Atlantic Ocean, tend to have slightly milder conditions with temperatures hovering around 25°F (-3.9°C). Nighttime in the inland areas can be particularly harsh, with between six to eight days where temperatures dip below 0°F (-17.8°C). These frigid nights are rarer along the coast.

January is notorious for its snowfall. While Providence and the northern shores of the bay might accumulate snowfall between 25" (635mm) to 30" (762mm), the western third of the state often witnesses the highest amounts, sometimes exceeding these numbers. Compared to December, the previous month, January tends to be colder and often brings increased snowfall. In contrast, February, the succeeding month, may still maintain the cold but occasionally sees a slight moderation in temperatures, especially towards its end.

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• Providence - January »
  In Providence in January, during 5.9 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Providence during January, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.
• Warwick - January »
  In Warwick, in January, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.13" (54mm) of snow. The months with the lowest UV index in Warwick are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
• Cranston - January »
  In Cranston in January, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In January, Cranston experiences a chilling winter with a distinctive blend of cold temperatures and brief daylight hours.
• Pawtucket - January »
  January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. In Pawtucket, during January, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.
• East Providence - January »
  In East Providence in January, during 5.9 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In East Providence in January, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow.
• Woonsocket - January »
  In Woonsocket in January, during 7.5 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Woonsocket, in January, during 7.5 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
• Coventry - January »
  In Coventry, Rhode Island, during January, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. In Coventry in January, during 7.6 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
• Cumberland - January »
  Temperature records in Cumberland mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 33.8°F (1°C) and lows at 21.7°F (-5.7°C). January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Cumberland, Rhode Island.
• North Providence - January »
  In North Providence in January, during 3.5 snowfall days, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In North Providence, in January, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.12" (3mm) of snow.
• West Warwick - January »
  In West Warwick, Rhode Island, during January, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. In West Warwick, Rhode Island, in January, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• North Kingstown - January »
  In North Kingstown, during January, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow. In January, in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, the rain falls for 7.8 days.