January weather forecastMisquamicut, RI

January

Weather in January

The start of the year in Misquamicut, Rhode Island presents the coldest average temperatures with the thermometer dipping as low as 27°F (-2.8°C). The chilliness is further emphasized by an average snowfall of 1.26" (32mm). The dominance of cold temperatures and atmospheric moisture manifests in significant cloud cover and average relative humidity rolling past the 75% mark. Consequently, sunshine hours are somewhat restrained, and brisk winds assert their presence. Residents and tourists alike should prioritize winter gear during this time.

Temperature

Misquamicut's January weather, marked by an average high temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and an average low temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Misquamicut, in January, during 8.6 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Misquamicut, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 31.46" (799mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Misquamicut, in January, snow falls for 5.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Misquamicut, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.6 days and aggregates up to 6.26" (159mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 36min.
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 Misquamicut, the average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. 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: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

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

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

In Misquamicut, in January, during 8.6 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in January is 9h and 36min.

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.

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

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

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Misquamicut, 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
Misquamicut, 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
Misquamicut, 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
Misquamicut, 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
Misquamicut, 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
Misquamicut, 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
Misquamicut, 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
Misquamicut, 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
Misquamicut, RI

  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 36min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 12min

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
Misquamicut, 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
Misquamicut, 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
Misquamicut, 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
Misquamicut, 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).