January weather forecast
Newport, RI

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The incredibly high Claiborne Pell Bridge in Newport, Rhode Island
The incredibly high Claiborne Pell Bridge in Newport, Rhode Island

Weather in January

Newport residents witness the season's coolest temperatures, as January is the coldest month. The weather remains breezy with the highest wind speed recorded at 12.9mph (20.8km/h). Despite the low temperatures, the city experiences relatively clear skies with only 45% cloud coverage, allowing for a view of winter stars on many nights. Humidity is typically high. The chilly weather brings its share of snow, rendering Newport a winter wonderland.

Temperature

January, recording an average high temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and a low temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C), is Newport's coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Newport, in January, during 8.3 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Newport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.1 days and collects up to 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Newport are January through March, May, November and December. In Newport, Rhode Island, in January, during 6.6 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 22.9 snowfall days, and 8.78" (223mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C).
Note: Swimming in 41.5°F (5.3°C) is deemed hazardous. Exposure to temperatures below 50°F (10°C) leads to immediate severe cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Newport is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of January, in Newport, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Newport 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During January, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Newport?

In Newport, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and a low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

How cold is it in Newport in January?

Newport in January has an average high-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Newport?

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

How much does it rain in Newport in January?

In Newport, in January, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Newport?

In Newport, Rhode Island, during January, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in January in Newport?

In Newport, Rhode Island, in January, the average water temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C). Swimming in 41.5°F (5.3°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Newport have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Newport?

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, in Newport, Rhode Island, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Newport have in January?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in January in Newport?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Newport, RI

Average temperature in January - Newport, RI
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.4°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 (26.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Newport, RI

Average pressure in January - Newport, 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
Newport, RI

Average wind speed in January - Newport, RI
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Newport, RI

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

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

Average rainfall in January
Newport, RI

Average rainfall in January - Newport, RI
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in January
Newport, RI

Average rainfall days in January - Newport, RI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Newport, RI

Average snowfall in January - Newport, RI
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Newport, RI

Average snowfall days in January - Newport, RI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Newport, RI

Average sea temperature in January - Newport, 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
Newport, RI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Newport, 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
Newport, RI

Average sunshine days in January - Newport, RI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Newport, RI

Average UV index in January - Newport, 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
Newport, RI

Average cloud cover in January - Newport, 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
Newport, RI

Average visibility in January - Newport, 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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