January weather forecast
Westerly, RI

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Weather in January

In the early stages of the year, Westerly, Rhode Island undergoes chilly temperatures with even colder wind speeds. Higher than average humidity levels intensify the bitter conditions, making this month a particular favorite for indoor activities. Visibility remains at a constant level as snow activities mark some dates on the calendar. A cloud cover persists over the city, with its peak during midday. The month's most remarkable weather conditions take form as wind gusts hitting 19.6mph (31.5km/h), delivering biting cold winds.

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low of 27°F (-2.8°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Westerly, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 31.46" (799mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout January, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 18.6 snowfall days, and 6.26" (159mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Westerly, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

How cold is it in January?

In January, in Westerly, the average high-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Westerly?

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

How much does it rain in Westerly in January?

In Westerly, during January, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Westerly, during January, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Westerly have in January?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Westerly, RI

Average temperature in January - Westerly, RI
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in January
Westerly, RI

Average pressure in January - Westerly, RI
  • Average pressure in January: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Westerly, RI

Average wind speed in January - Westerly, RI
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Westerly, RI

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Westerly, RI

Average rainfall in January - Westerly, RI
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in January
Westerly, RI

Average rainfall days in January - Westerly, RI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Westerly, RI

Average snowfall in January - Westerly, RI
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Westerly, RI

Average snowfall days in January - Westerly, RI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 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
Westerly, RI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Westerly, 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 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Westerly, RI

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in January
Westerly, RI

Average UV index in January - Westerly, 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
Westerly, RI

Average cloud cover in January - Westerly, RI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Westerly, RI

Average visibility in January - Westerly, 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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