January weather forecastCapim, Brazil

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Capim, Brazil, is another tropical summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.2°C (75.6°F) and 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

During January, the average high-temperature is a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), maintaining a close resemblance to that of the preceding month. Throughout the month of January, Capim reports a steady low-temperature average of 24.2°C (75.6°F).

Heat index

January's mean heat index is calculated to be a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

In Capim, Brazil, in January, during 14.8 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Capim, during the entire year, the rain falls for 199.6 days and collects up to 460mm (18.11") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Capim, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 17:46 -03.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January, March and November, with an average of 7.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in January leads to these guidelines:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.