January weather forecast
Wakefield, RI

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Weather in January

Starting the year, Wakefield, Rhode Island reveals a cold winter month marked by high humidity and significant snowfall. The weather fluctuates from a high of 36.7°F (2.6°C) to a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C), remaining chilly throughout the month. Layering up remains crucial, given the average snowfall of 1.46" (37mm), a striking feature of January. As per the pattern of the wind, heavy clothing is advisable due to wind speeds reaching 12.6mph (20.3km/h). Despite the cold and snow, the city enjoys an average of 5.1 hours of sunshine per day, offering some respite from the winter chill.

Temperature

During the coldest month, January, temperatures average a high of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

In Wakefield, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In Wakefield, in January, during 7.3 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.1 rainfall days, and 30" (762mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 35min.
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 6:58 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 in Wakefield, Rhode Island, are January through March, November 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 the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January leads to these advisories:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

Wakefield records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

How cold is it in January?

During January, Wakefield experiences an average high-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low-temperature of 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 Wakefield, during January, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Wakefield, Rhode Island, in January, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wakefield have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and 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 6:58 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wakefield have in January?

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?

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

Average temperature in January
Wakefield, RI

Average temperature in January - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, RI

Average pressure in January - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, RI

Average wind speed in January - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, RI

Average humidity in January - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, RI

Average rainfall in January - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, RI

Average rainfall days in January - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, RI

Average snowfall in January - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, RI

Average snowfall days in January - Wakefield, 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 daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Wakefield, RI

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

Average sunshine days in January - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, RI

Average UV index in January - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, RI

Average cloud cover in January - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, RI

Average visibility in January - Wakefield, 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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