January weather forecast
Warwick, RI

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Pawtuxet river flowing beside the ruins of the old cotton mill in Warwick, Rhode Island
Pawtuxet river flowing beside the ruins of the old cotton mill in Warwick, Rhode Island

Weather in January

Warwick's weather in January is characterized by chilly temperatures and a fair amount of precipitation. Typically, Warwick experiences 6.5 days of snowfall between 2.13" (54mm), and the climate is often overcast with 44% of the month seeing cloud coverage. The colder temperatures of January give way to slightly warmer conditions in February. Nevertheless, the sea remains cold, and thick clothing remains a necessity. The return of the sun after the New Year transition provides for a serene, if freezing, landscape.

Temperature

January, with its average high-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

Rainfall

In Warwick, in January, during 8.6 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Warwick, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.8 days and collects up to 28.66" (728mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Warwick, Rhode Island, are January through April, November and December. In Warwick, during January, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Warwick, Rhode Island, there are 24 snowfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Warwick, in January, the average water temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C).
Note: Dipping into 41.4°F (5.2°C) below 50°F (10°C) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 55.4°F (13°C) feels cold to the bone.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of January, 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 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Warwick. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Warwick?

Warwick's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and lows of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

How cold is January in Warwick?

In Warwick, in January, the average high-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Warwick?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Warwick?

In Warwick, in January, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Warwick in January?

In Warwick, in January, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in January in Warwick?

In Warwick, the average seawater temperature in January is 41.4°F (5.2°C). Swimming in 41.4°F (5.2°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Warwick have in January?

In Warwick, the average day length in January is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Warwick?

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, in Warwick, Rhode Island, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Warwick have in January?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in January in Warwick?

In Warwick, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Warwick, RI

Average temperature in January - Warwick, RI
  • Average high temperature in January: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Warwick, RI

Average pressure in January - Warwick, 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).

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Average wind speed in January
Warwick, RI

Average wind speed in January - Warwick, RI
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Warwick, RI

Average humidity in January - Warwick, 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%).

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Average rainfall in January
Warwick, RI

Average rainfall in January - Warwick, RI
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in January
Warwick, RI

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Warwick, RI

Average snowfall in January - Warwick, RI
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Warwick, RI

Average snowfall days in January - Warwick, RI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Warwick, RI

Average sea temperature in January - Warwick, 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).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Warwick, 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).

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Average sunshine days in January
Warwick, RI

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

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Average UV index in January
Warwick, RI

Average UV index in January - Warwick, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Warwick, RI

Average cloud cover in January - Warwick, 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 30).

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Average visibility in January
Warwick, RI

Average visibility in January - Warwick, 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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