January weather forecastContagem, Brazil

January weather for Contagem, Brazil: On the first day of January in Contagem, Brazil, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 18:39. In Contagem, Brazil, during January, the rain falls for 26.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 232mm (9.13") of precipitation.

January

Weather in January

The weather in Contagem, Brazil, in January is characterized by dampness and slightly cooler temperatures. Being the first month of the year, it marks a slight decline in temperature compared to December, particularly during the night. The humidity levels are generally high and this is due to a spike in rainfall amounting to 232mm (9.13") this month. The weather encourages indoor activities, as overcast skies are common. Furthermore, the average wind speed during this month also drops compared to December.

Temperature

As Contagem transitions from December to January, the average high-temperatures adjust to a still moderately hot 26.3°C (79.3°F), nearly the same as the previous 26.1°C (79°F). January nights in Contagem experience a consistent temperature drop to a refreshing 18.1°C (64.6°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Contagem is 83%.

Rainfall

In Contagem, in January, it is raining for 26.6 days, with typically 232mm (9.13") of accumulated precipitation. In Contagem, Brazil, during the entire year, the rain falls for 223.7 days and collects up to 1461mm (57.52") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Contagem is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of January in Contagem, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:39 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Contagem, Brazil, is 7.5h.

UV index

January through July, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Contagem. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during January translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in January, in Contagem, records 26.3°C (79.3°F), while the low-temperature is 18.1°C (64.6°F).

In January, the average relative humidity in Contagem, Brazil, is 83%.

In Contagem, Brazil, during January, the rain falls for 26.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 232mm (9.13") of precipitation.

The average day length in January in Contagem, Brazil, is 13h and 11min.

On the first day of January in Contagem, Brazil, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:39 -03.

The average sunshine duration in January is 7.5h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Contagem, Brazil, are January through July, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Contagem, Brazil

  • Average high temperature in January: 26.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (27°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (22.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (18.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (13°C).

Average pressure in January
Contagem, Brazil

  • Average pressure in January: 1014.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Contagem, Brazil

  • Average wind speed in January: 7.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (9.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and April (6.9km/h).

Average humidity in January
Contagem, Brazil

  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (67%).

Average rainfall in January
Contagem, Brazil

  • Average rainfall in January: 232mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (268mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (8mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Contagem, Brazil

  • Average rainfall days in January: 26.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (29.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.7 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Contagem, Brazil

  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Contagem, Brazil

  • Average sunshine days in January: 3.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (1.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Contagem, Brazil

  • Average UV index in January: 5

The months with the highest UV index are August, September and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October and November (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Contagem, Brazil

  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in January
Contagem, Brazil

  • Average visibility in January: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June and December (7km).