January weather forecast
West Kingston, RI

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Weather in January

January, like December, in West Kingston, Rhode Island, is an icy winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and max 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, in West Kingston, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout January, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Kingston, Rhode Island, there are 145.1 rainfall days, and 30" (762mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in West Kingston are January through March and December. In West Kingston, in January, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in West Kingston, there are 17.3 snowfall days, and 6.1" (155mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in West Kingston is 9h and 35min.
On the first day of January in West Kingston, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in West Kingston, Rhode Island, is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in West Kingston?

January is the coldest month in West Kingston, with an average high-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

How cold is January in West Kingston?

The high-temperature in West Kingston during January is 36.7°F (2.6°C) and the low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in West Kingston?

In West Kingston, Rhode Island, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

How many days does it rain in January in West Kingston?

In West Kingston, in January, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in West Kingston?

In West Kingston, Rhode Island, in January, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Kingston have in January?

In January, the average day length in West Kingston, Rhode Island, is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in West Kingston?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Kingston, Rhode Island, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Kingston have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in West Kingston, Rhode Island, is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in West Kingston?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in West Kingston?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in West Kingston is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
West Kingston, RI

Average temperature in January - West Kingston, RI
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
West Kingston, RI

Average pressure in January - West Kingston, 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
West Kingston, RI

Average wind speed in January - West Kingston, RI
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.4mph).

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Average humidity in January
West Kingston, RI

Average humidity in January - West Kingston, RI
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
West Kingston, RI

Average rainfall in January - West Kingston, RI
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in January
West Kingston, RI

Average rainfall days in January - West Kingston, RI
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
West Kingston, RI

Average snowfall in January - West Kingston, RI
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
West Kingston, RI

Average snowfall days in January - West Kingston, RI
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 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
West Kingston, RI

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - West Kingston, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
West Kingston, RI

Average sunshine days in January - West Kingston, RI
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
West Kingston, RI

Average UV index in January - West Kingston, 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
West Kingston, RI

Average cloud cover in January - West Kingston, RI
  • Average cloud cover in January: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
West Kingston, RI

Average visibility in January - West Kingston, 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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