January weather forecast
Woonsocket, RI

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Weather in January

January in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, frequently ushers in the new year with its coldest month. A significant share of this cold may attribute to the least daylight hours, lasting only 9.5 hours a day. Despite the frosty conditions, life doesn’t come to a halt as the city most often experiences good visibility of 6 miles, even when overcast. Although snowfall is common, it is not extensive, with only 2.87" (73mm) typically. Numerous cloud-covered days and brisk winds set the overall scene for Woonsocket’s January weather.

Temperature

January, having an average high-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.7 rainfall days, and 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Woonsocket, during January, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.8 snowfall days, and 14.65" (372mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of January in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and an average low of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

How cold is it in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Woonsocket, is 33.4°F (0.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Woonsocket?

The average relative humidity in January in Woonsocket is 77%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Woonsocket, in January, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Woonsocket, in January, during 7.5 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Woonsocket, the average day length in January is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Woonsocket?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Woonsocket, RI

Average temperature in January - Woonsocket, RI
  • Average high temperature in January: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Woonsocket, RI

Average pressure in January - Woonsocket, 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
Woonsocket, RI

Average wind speed in January - Woonsocket, RI
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in January
Woonsocket, RI

Average humidity in January - Woonsocket, RI
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Woonsocket, RI

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in January
Woonsocket, RI

Average rainfall days in January - Woonsocket, RI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Woonsocket, RI

Average snowfall in January - Woonsocket, RI
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Woonsocket, RI

Average snowfall days in January - Woonsocket, RI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Woonsocket, RI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Woonsocket, RI
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Woonsocket, RI

Average sunshine days in January - Woonsocket, RI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Woonsocket, RI

Average UV index in January - Woonsocket, 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
Woonsocket, RI

Average cloud cover in January - Woonsocket, RI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Woonsocket, RI

Average visibility in January - Woonsocket, RI
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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