January weather forecast
Cranston, RI

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Weather in January

In January, Cranston, Rhode Island, experiences a chilling winter with a distinctive blend of cold temperatures and brief daylight hours. It's the month with the shortest daylight duration, standing distinctly at 9.5 daylight hours. The majority of the month is characterized by increased cloud cover, leading to decreased visibility. The day's cold temperatures are accompanied by occasional bouts of snowfall, often leading to the transformation of the city into a winter wonderland. The chilly winds blowing at an average speed add an extra chill layer to the typically cold January weather in the city.

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year in Cranston, registering average temperatures as high as 35.1°F (1.7°C) and as low as 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Cranston, Rhode Island, in January, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cranston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 59.1 days and collects up to 5.04" (128mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall in Cranston. In Cranston, Rhode Island, in January, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Cranston, Rhode Island, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.9 days and aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Cranston is 5.2h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Cranston. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns 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. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Cranston?

January, with an average high of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and a low of 23.7°F (-4.6°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

How cold is it in Cranston in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Cranston, records 35.1°F (1.7°C), while the low-temperature is 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Cranston?

In Cranston, Rhode Island, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How many days does it rain in January in Cranston?

In Cranston, in January, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Cranston?

In Cranston, in January, during 3.5 snowfall days, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Cranston?

The average day length in January in Cranston, Rhode Island, is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Cranston?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Cranston?

The average sunshine duration in January in Cranston, Rhode Island, is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Cranston?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Cranston?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Cranston, RI

Average temperature in January - Cranston, RI
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Cranston, RI

Average pressure in January - Cranston, 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
Cranston, RI

Average wind speed in January - Cranston, RI
  • 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 (6.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Cranston, RI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Cranston, RI

Average rainfall in January - Cranston, RI
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.59").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.12").

Average rainfall days in January
Cranston, RI

Average rainfall days in January - Cranston, RI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (6.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Cranston, RI

Average snowfall in January - Cranston, RI
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Cranston, RI

Average snowfall days in January - Cranston, RI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 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
Cranston, RI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cranston, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Cranston, RI

Average sunshine days in January - Cranston, RI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 25.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (21.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Cranston, RI

Average UV index in January - Cranston, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Cranston, RI

Average cloud cover in January - Cranston, 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 31).

Average visibility in January
Cranston, RI

Average visibility in January - Cranston, 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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