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Visiting Brazil in January

January is one of the best months to visit Brazil for the best beach weather. It has the most sunshine and best sunbathing and swimming conditions of the year.

The weather in January is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into February. January has average maximum temperatures of 30°C (86°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 52.7% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.8 hours of sunshine per day.

January has total rainfall of 3.7cm (1.5inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 10.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a very warm 27°C (80°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Brazil with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day. The sea temperature in January is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into February.

Also consider visiting Brazil in one of the other best months of February, October, November, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.

Can you sunbathe in Brazil in January?

Yes, January is a good time for sunbathing in Brazil.

January has average maximum temperatures of 30°C (86°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 52.7% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.8 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 3.7cm (1.5inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 10.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

More about January temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Brazil in January?

Yes, January is an excellent month for swimming in Brazil with very warm sea temperatures 27°C (80°F).

More about January sea temperatures.

Is January a good time to holiday in Brazil?

Yes, January is a good time for a holiday in Brazil.

January has average maximum temperatures of 30°C (86°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 52.7% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.8 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 3.7cm (1.5inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 10.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. Sea temperatures are a very warm 27°C (80°F). January is an excellent month for swimming in Brazil with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

More about the January temperatures and sunshine.

Is Brazil warm in January?

Yes, Brazil is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days in January.

The average maximum temperature in Brazil in January is 30°C (86°F). The average maximum temperature is 30°C (85°) in the previous month and 31°C (87°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Brazil in January is 27°C (80°F). The average temperature is 26°C (80°F) in the previous month and 27°C (81°F) in the next month.

More info about the January temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Brazil in January?

The average day light hours per day in Brazil in January are 13. The sunshine percentage is 52.7% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.8 hours of sunshine per day.

More about January sunshine.

Temperature in Brazil in January

The weather in January is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into February. The average maximum temperature in Brazil in January is 30°C (86°F). The average maximum temperature is 30°C (85°F) in the previous month and 31°C (87°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Brazil in January is 27°C (80°F). The average temperature is 26°C (80°F) in the previous month and 27°C (81°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Brazil in January is 24°C (75°F). The minimum temperature is 23°C (74°F) in the previous month and 24°C (75°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Brazil in January

The days in January are marginally shorter than the previous month and days continue to get marginally shorter into February. January has slightly less hours of sunshine than the previous month. During January the average day light hours are 13 per day in Brazil. The sunshine percentage is 52.7% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.8 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Brazil in January is typically 14.7 during January. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Brazil in January

The average sea water temperature in Brazil in January is 26.6°C (79.9°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. The sea temperature in January is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into February.

Rainfall in Brazil in January

January weather is slightly drier than the previous month. January has a few more days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Brazil in January is 3.7cm (1.5inches) and on average there are 10.7 rainy days in January making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Brazil in January

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Brazil in January is 24°C (74°F) which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan. The dew point is 23°C (73°F) in the previous month and 24°C (24°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Brazil in January is typically 91%. The maximum relative humidity is 90.1% in the previous month and 90.9% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Brazil in January is typically 76.3%. The average relative humidity is 75.8% in the previous month and 75.7% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Brazil in January

The average maximum wind speed in Brazil in January is typically 25KM/H (15MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 25KM/H (15MPH) in the previous month and 24KM/H (15MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Brazil in January is typically 12KM/H (8MPH). The average wind speed is 13KM/H (8MPH) in the previous month and 12KM/H (7MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Brazil in January is from the East-Southeast.

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