January weather forecastCrateús, Brazil

January

Weather in January

January, like December, is another tropical summer month in Crateús, Brazil, with an average temperature varying between 31.9°C (89.4°F) and 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Temperature

January is marked by an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.9°C (89.4°F), almost identical to the preceding month. During the nights in January, an average low-temperature of 22.1°C (71.8°F) is observed in Crateús.

Heat index

During January, the heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Take more caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may occur. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. 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 essentially critical for children. 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.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In Crateús, Brazil, the average relative humidity in January is 67%.

Rainfall

In Crateús, during January, the rain falls for 22.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 118mm (4.65") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171.3 rainfall days, and 753mm (29.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Crateús is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:06 -03.

Sunshine

January, August and September, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Crateús.

UV index

January through March, May and June, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Crateús. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in January transforms into this advice:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Updated: Feb 2, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature in Crateús during January is 31.9°C (89.4°F) and the low-temperature is 22.1°C (71.8°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 39°C (102.2°F).

In Crateús, Brazil, the average relative humidity in January is 67%.

In Crateús, in January, it is raining for 22.4 days, with typically 118mm (4.65") of accumulated precipitation.

In January, the average day length in Crateús is 12h and 23min.

On the first day of January in Crateús, Brazil, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:06 -03.

January, August and September, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Crateús.

In Crateús, Brazil, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.7h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, May and June, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Crateús is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

33.8°C

31.9°C

31.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

15.4km/h

12.3km/h

11.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

16.1

7.1

4.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Crateús, Brazil

Average high temperature in January: 31.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (30.3°C).

Average low temperature in January: 22.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (23.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (20.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Crateús, Brazil

Average pressure in January: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.8mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Crateús, Brazil

Average wind speed in January: 11.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (16.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (9.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Crateús, Brazil

Average humidity in January: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (46%).

Average rainfall in January
Crateús, Brazil

Average rainfall in January: 118mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (191mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (3mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Crateús, Brazil

Average rainfall days in January: 22.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (27.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (2.9 days).

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

Average daylight in January: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

Average sunshine in January: 9h and 42min

The months with the most sunshine are January, August and September (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Crateús, Brazil

Average sunshine days in January: 7.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (2.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Crateús, Brazil

Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are April, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, May and June (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in January
Crateús, Brazil

Average cloud cover in January: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in January
Crateús, Brazil

Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March and April (8km).