January weather forecast
Bethel, RI

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Weather in January

During January in Bethel, Rhode Island, locals experience the coldest temperatures of the year. The layout of the city often acts as a natural barrier diminishing the harshness of wind speeds from 12.5mph (20.1km/h) to a high gust of 19.6mph (31.5km/h). January sees more snowfall than any other month, the landscapes around the city are blanketed with spectacular views of white. The air pressure sits slightly higher during this month which contributes to the significantly decreased sunshine hours.

Temperature

In Bethel, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Bethel, in January, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bethel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 31.46" (799mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Bethel, Rhode Island, in January, during 5.6 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 18.6 snowfall days, and 6.26" (159mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bethel, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of January in Bethel, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bethel are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Bethel?

With average high and low temperatures of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C) respectively, January is Bethel's coldest month.

How cold is it in Bethel in January?

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

What is the average humidity in January in Bethel?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Bethel?

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

How many days does it snow in January in Bethel?

In January, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout January, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Bethel have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Bethel?

On the first day of January in Bethel, Rhode Island, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Bethel?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bethel?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Bethel?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Bethel, RI

Average temperature in January - Bethel, 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).

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Average pressure in January
Bethel, RI

Average pressure in January - Bethel, 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).

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Average wind speed in January
Bethel, RI

Average wind speed in January - Bethel, 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).

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Average humidity in January
Bethel, RI

Average humidity in January - Bethel, 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%).

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Average rainfall in January
Bethel, RI

Average rainfall in January - Bethel, 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").

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Average rainfall days in January
Bethel, RI

Average rainfall days in January - Bethel, 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).

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Average snowfall in January
Bethel, RI

Average snowfall in January - Bethel, 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").

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Average snowfall days in January
Bethel, RI

Average snowfall days in January - Bethel, 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).

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

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

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Average sunshine days in January
Bethel, RI

Average sunshine days in January - Bethel, 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).

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Average UV index in January
Bethel, RI

Average UV index in January - Bethel, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Bethel, RI

Average cloud cover in January - Bethel, 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).

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Average visibility in January
Bethel, RI

Average visibility in January - Bethel, 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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