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January in Maceió brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 29°C (84°F) and nights around 25°C (77°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 73 mm (2.9 in), so pack an umbrella.
If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the best months to visit Maceió.
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50-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Maceió typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 23°C (73°F).
50-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Maceió spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 25 years of weather observations (2000-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Maceió.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm but pleasant conditions in Maceió in January. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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