January weather forecast
Itapicuru, Brazil

January, the same as December, in Itapicuru, Brazil, is another hot summer month, with an average temperature varying between 21.4°C (70.5°F) and 32.2°C (90°F).

Temperature

In Itapicuru, January's average high-temperature stands at a still hot 32.2°C (90°F), closely related to the preceding month. During the nights in January, the temperature averages to an agreeable 21.4°C (70.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index for January is appraised at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, in Itapicuru, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout January, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Itapicuru, Brazil, there are 201.7 rainfall days, and 430mm (16.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of January, in Itapicuru, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:04 -03.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Itapicuru is January, with an average of 8.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in January transforms into this advice:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.