January weather forecast
Sítio do Mato, Brazil

January, the same as December, in Sítio do Mato, Brazil, is a hot summer month, with an average temperature varying between 30.9°C (87.6°F) and 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Temperature

The commencement of January records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.9°C (87.6°F), barely varying from December's 31.1°C (88°F). During January nights, Sítio do Mato witnesses a consistent average temperature of 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is calculated to be a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gives a temperature feeling by integrating 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. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

In Sítio do Mato, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

In Sítio do Mato, during January, the rain falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 90mm (3.54") of precipitation. In Sítio do Mato, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.5 days and collects up to 692mm (27.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 12h and 47min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:27 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Sítio do Mato, Brazil, is 10.4h.

UV index

January, March through July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. 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. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.