January weather forecast
Chorozinho, Brazil

January, like December, is a hot summer month in Chorozinho, Brazil, with an average temperature ranging between min 24°C (75.2°F) and max 31.4°C (88.5°F).

Temperature

Chorozinho starts January with an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.4°C (88.5°F), a minor shift from December's 31.9°C (89.4°F). Throughout the month of January, Chorozinho sees a steady low-temperature average of 24°C (75.2°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in January is appraised at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Chorozinho, Brazil, is 75%.

Rainfall

In January, in Chorozinho, the rain falls for 18.4 days. Throughout January, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Chorozinho, there are 183.1 rainfall days, and 511mm (20.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Chorozinho is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of January in Chorozinho, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 17:56 -03.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.