January weather forecast
Itarantim, Brazil

January, the same as December, is another warm summer month in Itarantim, Brazil, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.8°C (65.8°F) and an average high of 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Temperature

January's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. Nighttime temperature in Itarantim lowers to an average of 18.8°C (65.8°F) in January.

Heat index

The average heat index in January is calculated to be a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Itarantim, in January, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation. In Itarantim, Brazil, during the entire year, the rain falls for 209.2 days and collects up to 561mm (22.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 56min.
On the first day of January in Itarantim, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 18:17 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Itarantim are January through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. 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. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.