January weather forecastIngá, Brazil

Weather in January

January, like December, is another hot summer month in Ingá, Brazil, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.5°C (70.7°F) and max 30.6°C (87.1°F).

Temperature

The ushering in of January brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.6°C (87.1°F), closely mirroring the 30.7°C (87.3°F) of December. An average low-temperature of 21.5°C (70.7°F) is recorded during the nights in January.

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. 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. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

In Ingá, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 19.6 days. Throughout January, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ingá, there are 212.6 rainfall days, and 486mm (19.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Ingá, Brazil, is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:09 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 17:48 -03.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Ingá is 6.9h.

UV index

January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.