January weather forecast
Exeter, RI

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Weather in January

January in Exeter, Rhode Island, is characterized by generally chilly and wet conditions, with weather dominated by gray skies overhead. Icy sidewalks accompany the influx of snowfall from previous months. High winds set in, making the ambient temperature feel colder. An average of 10.8mph (17.4km/h) wind is recorded, turning the 35.2°F (1.8°C) high and 25°F (-3.9°C) low temperature into wind-chill figures. January also marks the beginning of the year, transitioning the climate from the high winter season of December.

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and a low of 25°F (-3.9°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In Exeter, in January, during 7.8 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Exeter, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.3 days and collects up to 24.06" (611mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout January, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated. In Exeter, during the entire year, snow falls for 20 days and aggregates up to 7.09" (180mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Exeter, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of January in Exeter, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Exeter is 5.1h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and a low temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C), is generally the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and a low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Exeter, during January, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout January, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Exeter have in January?

In Exeter, Rhode Island, the average day length in January is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:26 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?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Exeter, RI

Average temperature in January - Exeter, RI
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25°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°F).

Average pressure in January
Exeter, RI

Average pressure in January - Exeter, 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
Exeter, RI

Average wind speed in January - Exeter, RI
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Exeter, RI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Exeter, RI

Average rainfall in January - Exeter, RI
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").

Average rainfall days in January
Exeter, RI

Average rainfall days in January - Exeter, RI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and July (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Exeter, RI

Average snowfall in January - Exeter, RI
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Exeter, RI

Average snowfall days in January - Exeter, RI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 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
Exeter, RI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Exeter, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Exeter, RI

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Exeter, RI

Average UV index in January - Exeter, 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
Exeter, RI

Average cloud cover in January - Exeter, RI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Exeter, RI

Average visibility in January - Exeter, 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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