January weather forecastCachoeira dos Índios, Brazil

Weather in January

January, like December, is a hot summer month in Cachoeira dos Índios, Brazil, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.9°C (89.4°F) and 21.7°C (71.1°F).

Temperature

The advent of January presents an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.9°C (89.4°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. Cachoeira dos Índios experiences a consistent average temperature of 21.7°C (71.1°F) throughout the nights in January.

Heat index

January's average heat index is appraised at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of 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 Cachoeira dos Índios is 64%.

Rainfall

In Cachoeira dos Índios, during January, the rain falls for 20.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 109mm (4.29") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cachoeira dos Índios, Brazil, there are 159.2 rainfall days, and 757mm (29.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:00 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cachoeira dos Índios, Brazil, are January, February, April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.