January weather forecast
Providence, RI

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The city of Providence, Rhode Island, reflected in the water
The city of Providence, Rhode Island, reflected in the water

Weather in January

January rings in the new year in Providence, Rhode Island, with frosty conditions. A white blanket robes the city, with snowfall reaching 1.57" (40mm) and snow falling on nearly six days of the month. The start of the year is also marked by high humidity levels, making the cold nights seem even chillier. This contrast between the cold and humidity can lead to layers of frost painting a picturesque winter wonderland on the frigid mornings. Despite these icy conditions, winter sun does make an appearance, although it is often muted by the high cloud coverage overhead.

Temperature

January, recording an average high temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and a low temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C), is Providence's coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Providence, Rhode Island, is 76%.

Rainfall

In Providence, Rhode Island, during January, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. In Providence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Ocean temperature

In Providence, in January, the average water temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C).
Note: Taking a dip in 41.4°F (5.2°C) can be perilous. Submersion in temperatures under 50°F (10°C) triggers severe cold shock accompanied by hyperventilation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of January, in Providence, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Providence are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Providence?

Providence's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 35.1°F (1.7°C) to a low of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

How cold is January in Providence?

Providence in January has an average high-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Providence?

In Providence, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How many days does it rain in January in Providence?

In Providence, in January, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Providence?

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

What is the water temperature in January in Providence?

In January, the average ocean temperature in Providence, Rhode Island, is 41.4°F (5.2°C). Swimming in 41.4°F (5.2°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Providence have in January?

The average day length in January in Providence, Rhode Island, is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Providence?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Providence, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Providence?

In Providence, Rhode Island, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Providence?

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 intensity in January in Providence?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Providence is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Providence, RI

Average temperature in January - Providence, 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
Providence, RI

Average pressure in January - Providence, 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
Providence, RI

Average wind speed in January - Providence, 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
Providence, RI

Average humidity in January - Providence, 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
Providence, RI

Average rainfall in January - Providence, 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 (1.06").

Average rainfall days in January
Providence, RI

Average rainfall days in January - Providence, 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
Providence, RI

Average snowfall in January - Providence, 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
Providence, RI

Average snowfall days in January - Providence, 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 sea temperature in January
Providence, RI

Average sea temperature in January - Providence, RI
  • Average sea temperature in January: 41.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.1°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Providence, 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Providence, RI

Average sunshine days in January - Providence, 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
Providence, RI

Average UV index in January - Providence, 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
Providence, RI

Average cloud cover in January - Providence, 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
Providence, RI

Average visibility in January - Providence, 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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