Newport Weather in January

January in Newport averages 4°C (39°F) during the day and -4°C (25°F) at night. Quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical this month, with around 97 mm (3.8 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Newport in January

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 11 days with snow/rain, averaging 97 mm (3.8 in) for the month. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Newport in January

January in Newport brings typical temperatures with highs around 4°C (39°F) and lows of -4°C (25°F). During January, the winter season is in full swing. It stays very cold throughout much of the day, so warm winter clothing is essential. With overnight lows of -4°C (25°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. As the coldest month of the year, it's important to pack plenty of warm clothes and winter gear.

Sunshine in Newport in January

The area enjoys a balanced 170 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Newport. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Newport Temperature in January

Min Temperature -4°C (25°F)  

Max Temperature 4°C (39°F)  

Chance of Rain 38%  

Precipitation 97 mm (3.8 in)  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 64% *  

Sunshine 170 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 58% *  

* Data from: Providence, the United States of America (38 KM, 23 Miles).

What to Wear in Newport in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Newport in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Newport in January

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United States of America, check out our Newport's climate page.

More climate data for Newport

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