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Fortaleza weather in January (Ceará, Brazil)

How does the weather in Fortaleza usually fare in January? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

During January, Fortaleza usually has very high temperatures and high rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 31°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 25°C. Typical temperatures can be misleading; some days will be hotter. Prepare with light clothing and plenty of hydration to stay cool.

Precipitation

Fortaleza in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 105 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 22 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 221 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, March and April tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Fortaleza climate page with graphs.

 

Fortaleza, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 74%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 105 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
HumidityHumidity 78%  
SunshineSunshine 221 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Brazil in January

Find out more about the weather in Brazil and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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