January weather forecast
Narragansett Pier, RI

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Weather in January

Beginning the year, January presents Narragansett Pier with temperatures significantly lower than the annual average. The mercury can fall as low as 26.8°F (-2.9°C), making it the chilliest period of the year. Not only cold, it's also moderately wet with frequent snowfall, making it a traditional winter month. As the gusty winds blow at a speed of up to 19.6mph (31.5km/h), locals embrace thermal clothing during outdoor activities. Daylight is limited, uphold winter characteristics, yet it does not deter the residents from embracing the start of the year.

Temperature

Narragansett Pier experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In Narragansett Pier, during January, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. In Narragansett Pier, Rhode Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.1 days and collects up to 30" (762mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. In Narragansett Pier, in January, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 17.3 snowfall days, and 6.1" (155mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Narragansett Pier, in January, the average water temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C).
Note: Engaging in a swim in 41.5°F (5.3°C) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 50°F (10°C) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.

Daylight

In Narragansett Pier, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of January, in Narragansett Pier, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

Narragansett Pier's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 36.7°F (2.6°C) to a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

How cold is it in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Narragansett Pier, is 36.7°F (2.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Narragansett Pier, in January, during 7.3 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Narragansett Pier, in January, during 5.3 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in January?

In January, the average ocean temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C). Swimming in 41.5°F (5.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Narragansett Pier have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Narragansett Pier have in January?

In Narragansett Pier, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What are the months with 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.

How high is the UV index 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 temperature in January
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Average temperature in January - Narragansett Pier, RI
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in January
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Average pressure in January - Narragansett Pier, 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
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Average wind speed in January - Narragansett Pier, RI
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.4mph).

Average humidity in January
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Average humidity in January - Narragansett Pier, RI
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - Narragansett Pier, RI
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in January
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Average rainfall days in January - Narragansett Pier, RI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
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Average snowfall in January - Narragansett Pier, RI
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.46"

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

Average snowfall days in January
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Average snowfall days in January - Narragansett Pier, 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 May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
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Average sea temperature in January - Narragansett Pier, RI
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.1°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
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Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Narragansett Pier, 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
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Average sunshine days in January - Narragansett Pier, RI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).

Average UV index in January
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Average UV index in January - Narragansett Pier, 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
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Average cloud cover in January - Narragansett Pier, RI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

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
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Average visibility in January - Narragansett Pier, 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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