January weather forecast
Bethel, RI

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Weather in January

During January in Bethel, Rhode Island, locals experience the coldest temperatures of the year. The layout of the city often acts as a natural barrier diminishing the harshness of wind speeds from 12.5mph (20.1km/h) to a high gust of 19.6mph (31.5km/h). January sees more snowfall than any other month, the landscapes around the city are blanketed with spectacular views of white. The air pressure sits slightly higher during this month which contributes to the significantly decreased sunshine hours.

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 36.7°F (2.6°C) and as low as 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In Bethel, Rhode Island, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In Bethel, in January, during 8.6 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bethel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 31.46" (799mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Bethel, during January, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.6 snowfall days, and 6.26" (159mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bethel, Rhode Island, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 36.7°F (2.6°C) and lows at 27°F (-2.8°C).

How cold is it in January?

Bethel in January has an average high-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Bethel?

In Bethel, during January, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bethel have in January?

In Bethel, Rhode Island, the average day length in January is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bethel?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in January
Bethel, RI

Average temperature in January - Bethel, RI
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in January
Bethel, RI

Average pressure in January - Bethel, RI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Bethel, RI

Average wind speed in January - Bethel, RI
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Bethel, RI

Average humidity in January - Bethel, RI
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Bethel, RI

Average rainfall in January - Bethel, RI
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in January
Bethel, RI

Average rainfall days in January - Bethel, RI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Bethel, RI

Average snowfall in January - Bethel, RI
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Bethel, RI

Average snowfall days in January - Bethel, RI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Bethel, RI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Bethel, RI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bethel, RI

Average sunshine days in January - Bethel, RI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in January
Bethel, RI

Average UV index in January - Bethel, RI
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Bethel, RI

Average cloud cover in January - Bethel, RI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Bethel, RI

Average visibility in January - Bethel, RI
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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