January weather forecast
Riverside, RI

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Weather in January

The crisp winter weather of Riverside starts the year with significant snowfall, correlating with lower temperatures. Notably, January has the year's coldest temperatures, ranging between 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C). Outdoor enthusiasts can partake in winter sports and activities owing to the high likelihood of snow. Despite the shorter daylight periods, the month exhibits a unique charm for visitors and locals. Sudden wind gusts add to the wintry ambiance, completing the January weather tableau.

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 23.5°F (-4.7°C) respectively, January is Riverside's coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

Rainfall

In Riverside, in January, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Riverside, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 23.43" (595mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Riverside, in January, during 5.9 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 22 snowfall days, and 7.83" (199mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:58 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Riverside, the average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

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 threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January, with an average high of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and a low of 23.5°F (-4.7°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

How cold is January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Riverside, is 35.1°F (1.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Riverside, during January, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Riverside, in January, during 5.9 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Riverside have in January?

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 7:12 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 Riverside have in January?

In Riverside, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

What is the month 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.

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Riverside, RI

Average temperature in January - Riverside, 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: 23.5°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 (23.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Riverside, RI

Average pressure in January - Riverside, 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
Riverside, RI

Average wind speed in January - Riverside, RI
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Riverside, RI

Average humidity in January - Riverside, 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
Riverside, RI

Average rainfall in January - Riverside, RI
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in January
Riverside, RI

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Riverside, RI

Average snowfall in January - Riverside, RI
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Riverside, RI

Average snowfall days in January - Riverside, 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
Riverside, RI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Riverside, 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 months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Riverside, RI

Average sunshine days in January - Riverside, RI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Riverside, RI

Average UV index in January - Riverside, 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
Riverside, RI

Average cloud cover in January - Riverside, 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
Riverside, RI

Average visibility in January - Riverside, 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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