Recife weather in January (Pernambuco, Brazil)

Is January a good time to explore Recife weather-wise? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, Recife usually has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 31°C, while night temperatures can drop to 25°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Precipitation

Recife in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 69 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 20 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

With around 246 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While April and May tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Recife, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Water Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 67%  

Precipitation 69 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 73%  

Windspeed 11 km/h  

Sunshine 246 hours  

Percentage 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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. 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

8/10

Walking

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Recife.

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