January weather forecastVarzedo, Brazil

Weather in January

January, like December, is another hot summer month in Varzedo, Brazil, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.5°C (70.7°F) and an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

The arrival of January is marked by an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), bearing a close resemblance to December. During the nights in January, Varzedo observes an average low-temperature of 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

January's average heat index is appraised at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Varzedo is 77%.

Rainfall

In Varzedo, in January, it is raining for 21.8 days, with typically 45mm (1.77") of accumulated precipitation. In Varzedo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 253.4 days and collects up to 562mm (22.13") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Varzedo, Brazil, is 12h and 47min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:14 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:11 -03.

Sunshine

In Varzedo, the average sunshine in January is 9.3h.

UV index

January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.