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January in Barichara brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 25°C (77°F) and nights around 15°C (59°F). Rainfall is at its lowest this month, making it one of the more reliable months to be outdoors.
If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit.
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50-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Barichara typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 25°C (77°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 18°C (64°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Barichara spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Barichara between 2004 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
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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).
For Barichara in January, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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