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Providence weather in January (Rhode Island, United States of America)

How is January weather typically in Providence? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The month of January in Providence typically brings low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January marks the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 3°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -6°C. Expect chilly temperatures this month, as it is typically the coldest of the year. Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Precipitation

Providence in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 99 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 11 days days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 170 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Providence. May, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Providence climate page with graphs.

 

Providence, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 99 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 64%  
SunshineSunshine 170 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 58%  

Where to go in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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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