January weather forecast
Alto Garças, Brazil

January, the same as December, in Alto Garças, Brazil, is a hot summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.4°C (70.5°F) and 30.5°C (86.9°F).

Temperature

Alto Garças ushers in January with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. In January, Alto Garças experiences a temperature dip to an average of 21.4°C (70.5°F) at night.

Heat index

For most parts of January, the heat index is computed to be a scorching 40°C (104°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Alto Garças is 83%.

Rainfall

In Alto Garças, in January, it is raining for 25 days, with typically 127mm (5") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Alto Garças, there are 180 rainfall days, and 830mm (32.68") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 13h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:03 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:13 -04.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Alto Garças.

UV index

January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.