January weather forecast
Bristol, RI

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Weather in January

The winter chill settles firmly over Bristol, Rhode Island in January, drying out the air as the humidity drops to 76%, the third-lowest level of the year. The city faces a wintry landscape blanketed in 1.61" (41mm) of snow for nearly six out of the 31 days. The residents wrap themselves in warm clothes while navigating snow-laden paths. The start of the year is marked by modest daylight hours and encouraged indoor activities. Amidst the biting cold, the city maintains a sense of tranquility as the wind rustles at a soothing pace.

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) and a low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout January, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.4 rainfall days, and 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout January, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.2 snowfall days, and 7.17" (182mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bristol are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January is the month when Bristol sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 36°F (2.2°C) and a low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

How cold is it in January?

In Bristol, 36°F (2.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.2°F (-3.8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Bristol, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Bristol, during January, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Bristol?

In Bristol, in January, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Bristol, the average day length in January is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bristol have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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 in Bristol is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Bristol, RI

Average temperature in January - Bristol, RI
  • Average high temperature in January: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Bristol, RI

Average pressure in January - Bristol, RI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Bristol, RI

Average wind speed in January - Bristol, RI
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Bristol, RI

Average humidity in January - Bristol, RI
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Bristol, RI

Average rainfall in January - Bristol, RI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in January
Bristol, RI

Average rainfall days in January - Bristol, RI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Bristol, RI

Average snowfall in January - Bristol, RI
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Bristol, RI

Average snowfall days in January - Bristol, RI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
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
Bristol, RI

Average sunshine days in January - Bristol, RI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Bristol, RI

Average UV index in January - Bristol, 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
Bristol, RI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Bristol, RI

Average visibility in January - Bristol, 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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