January weather forecastPalmácia, Brazil

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Palmácia, Brazil, is another hot summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.4°C (88.5°F) and 24°C (75.2°F).

Temperature

As December transitions into January, the average high-temperature rests at a still tropical 31.4°C (88.5°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Throughout January, Palmácia anticipates an average low-temperature of 24°C (75.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for January is evaluated at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. 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', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 18.4 days. Throughout January, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is accumulated. In Palmácia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.1 days and collects up to 511mm (20.12") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:57 -03.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Palmácia is 7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Palmácia are January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in January translates into this advice:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Updated: Feb 2, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 31.4°C (88.5°F) and 24°C (75.2°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in January is evaluated at 40°C (104°F).

In Palmácia, Brazil, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

In Palmácia, Brazil, in January, it is raining for 18.4 days, with typically 65mm (2.56") of accumulated precipitation.

In Palmácia, Brazil, the average day length in January is 12h and 20min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:57 -03.

In January, the average sunshine duration in Palmácia, Brazil, is 7h.

The months with the highest UV index in Palmácia, Brazil, are January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Palmácia, Brazil, is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

31.9°C

31.4°C

31.1°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

17.9km/h

15.3km/h

14.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

14.6

9.7

7.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Palmácia, Brazil

Average high temperature in January: 31.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (30.3°C).

Average low temperature in January: 24°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (24.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (21.8°C).

Average pressure in January
Palmácia, Brazil

Average pressure in January: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.3mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Palmácia, Brazil

Average wind speed in January: 14.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (19.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (11.2km/h).

Average humidity in January
Palmácia, Brazil

Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (68%).

Average rainfall in January
Palmácia, Brazil

Average rainfall in January: 65mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (3mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Palmácia, Brazil

Average rainfall days in January: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (5.6 days).

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

Average daylight in January: 12h and 18min

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 54min).

Average sunshine in January: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Palmácia, Brazil

Average sunshine days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Palmácia, Brazil

Average UV index in January: 7

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

Average cloud cover in January
Palmácia, Brazil

Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in January
Palmácia, Brazil

Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, April and May (9km).