January weather forecastItabuna, Brazil

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a moderately hot summer month in Itabuna, Brazil, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.6°C (85.3°F) and min 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Temperature

Itabuna registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.6°C (85.3°F) at the commencement of January, closely related to the preceding month. January's average low-temperature reading settles at a pleasant 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Heat index

January's mean heat index is computed to be a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

In Itabuna, the average relative humidity in January is 82%.

Rainfall

In Itabuna, during January, the rain falls for 23.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation. In Itabuna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 239.6 days and collects up to 635mm (25") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Itabuna, Brazil, is 12h and 53min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:13 -03.

Sunshine

In Itabuna, the average sunshine in January is 9.4h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Itabuna. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during January leads to these instructions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.