January weather forecast
Barra do Corda, Brazil

January, the same as December, is a moderately hot summer month in Barra do Corda, Brazil, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.3°C (70.3°F) and 29.6°C (85.3°F).

Temperature

The onset of January manifests an average high-temperature of a warm 29.6°C (85.3°F), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. Barra do Corda's nighttime temperature in January drops to an average of 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in January is evaluated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Barra do Corda, Brazil, is 88%.

Rainfall

In Barra do Corda, Brazil, in January, during 26.3 rainfall days, 150mm (5.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 206.5 rainfall days, and 953mm (37.52") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Barra do Corda is 12h and 24min.
On the first day of January in Barra do Corda, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:24 -03.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 6.9h.

UV index

January through June, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.