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Newport Weather in January

During January, Newport experiences low daytime temperatures of 11°C (52°F) and cooler nights around 4°C (39°F). January sits within the rainy season, so expect regular and often heavy rainfall.

Rainfall in Newport in January

Newport is in the rainy season in January, with rain on around 21 days and an average of 266 mm (10 in). The rainy season here brings regular, substantial showers. It's worth being prepared for rain on most days you're out.

Temperature in Newport in January

In January, expect low temperatures in Newport, with highs of 11°C (52°F) and lows of 4°C (39°F) at night. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With lows around 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Newport. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Newport Temperature in January

Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Chance of Rain
70%
Precipitation
266 mm (10 in)
Rainy days
21 days

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Best Places in the United States of America in January

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Newport in January

The weather can be unpredictable in January, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.

What To Do in Newport in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    5/10
  • Walking
    5/10
  • Barbeque
    2/10
  • Camping
    3/10
  • Outdoor sports
    5/10

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