January weather forecastAmontada, Brazil

Weather in January

January, like December, is another hot summer month in Amontada, Brazil, with an average temperature ranging between min 24°C (75.2°F) and max 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

January's presence marks an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F), subtly varied from December's 32.5°C (90.5°F). An average nighttime temperature of 24°C (75.2°F) is recorded during January.

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is calculated to be a blistering 40°C (104°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 22.3 days. Throughout January, 107mm (4.21") of precipitation is accumulated. In Amontada, Brazil, during the entire year, the rain falls for 190 days and collects up to 800mm (31.5") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of January, in Amontada, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:00 -03.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Amontada is 7.2h.

UV index

January, February, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Amontada. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.