January weather forecast
Paulo Afonso, Brazil

January, like December, is a hot summer month in Paulo Afonso, Brazil, with an average temperature varying between 22.4°C (72.3°F) and 34.2°C (93.6°F).

Temperature

In the transition from December to January, Paulo Afonso reports an average high-temperature of a still tropical 34.2°C (93.6°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. Throughout January, Paulo Afonso anticipates an average low-temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index for January is estimated at a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

In Paulo Afonso, the average relative humidity in January is 61%.

Rainfall

In Paulo Afonso, Brazil, in January, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 28mm (1.1") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Paulo Afonso, there are 117.1 rainfall days, and 256mm (10.08") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Paulo Afonso, the average length of the day in January is 12h and 36min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:01 -03.

Sunshine

January has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.