Rhode Island weather in January 2026
January
Rhode Island weather in January 2026
January
Day
3 °C
Night
-5 °C
Sea
5 °C
Precipitation
89 mm
in month
Rainy days
11 days
in month
Daylight
9 hours
average
Sunshine
5 hours
average
Humidity
65 %
Day
3 °C
Night
-5 °C
Sea
5 °C
Precipitation
89 mm
in month
Rainy days
11 days
in month
Daylight
9 hours
average
Sunshine
5 hours
average
Humidity
65 %
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In Rhode Island in January, the average air temperature ranges from 3 °C (38 °F) during the day to -5 °C (23 °F) at night. There are 11 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 89 mm (3.51 in).
Are there good conditions to visit in January in Rhode Island?
In January there are not good conditions to visit Rhode Island. A relatively low temperature of 3 °C (38 °F) may be ideal for walking or outdoor activities, but some people may have a different idea of the holiday. The night temperature of -5 °C (23 °F) is not inviting for evening and night activities except for visiting a bar and having beer or two.
What is the temperature in Rhode Island during the day in January?
In Rhode Island in January, the average daily temperatures will be 3 °C (38 °F). Be sure to pack warm clothes, including a jacket and a warm sweater. On some days it may occasionally freeze, but with stronger winds, the feeling of cold may increase.
How many rainy days can I expect in January in Rhode Island?
In January in Rhode Island, we can expect 11 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.5 days of the week, or in general - 36 % days.
Deciding on where to go for a holiday is hard sometimes. Get inspired by the most popular destinations.How heavy is the precipitation in January in Rhode Island?
In Rhode Island in January, there is 89 mm (3.51 in) rainfall, which means on average 3 mm (0.12 in) rainfall per day.
How many sunny hours can I expect in January in Rhode Island?
In Rhode Island in January, you can expect around 5 hours of sunshine.
What is the night temperature in January in Rhode Island?
The average night temperature in Rhode Island in January is -5 °C (23 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.
How windy is Rhode Island in January?
An average wind scale that can be expected in Rhode Island in January is 6.
We aggregate data from combining multiple weather sources to ensure accuracy of the highest order.Can I expect a freeze in January in Rhode Island?
It is possible that it will be freezing in January in Rhode Island, night temperatures will be -5 °C (23 °F) on average.
Is there a wet season in January in Rhode Island?
No, there is no wet season in Rhode Island in January - you can expect 11 days of rain during the month.
What level of humidity is to expect in January in Rhode Island?
In Rhode Island in January, expect humidity around 65 %.
How long is the day (from dawn till dusk) in Rhode Island in January?
The length of daylight in Rhode Island in January is 9 hours.
Is Rhode Island rainier in January than in December?
No, January in Rhode Island is not a rainier month than December.
How does the sea temperature evolve during the month in Rhode Island in January?
Rhode Island has a decreasing trend of the sea temperature during January - from 6 °C (43 °F) in the first days of the month to 4 °C (40 °F) in the last days of the month.