January weather forecast
Tapanã, Brazil

January, like December, is a hot summer month in Tapanã, Brazil, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.3°C (73.9°F) and an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

Tapanã marks the arrival of January with an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), hardly different from December's 32.1°C (89.8°F). Tapanã records an average temperature drop to a warm 23.3°C (73.9°F) in January.

Heat index

January's average heat index is estimated at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Tapanã is 84%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 29.6 days. Throughout January, 197mm (7.76") of precipitation is accumulated. In Tapanã, during the entire year, the rain falls for 314.8 days and collects up to 1954mm (76.93") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of January in Tapanã, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:32 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 6.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Tapanã are January through April, June and November, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in January leads to these recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.