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Bahia Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Bahia, Brazil in January.

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Salvador Porto Seguro Morro de São Paulo Arraial d'Ajuda

Planning a trip to Bahia, Brazil this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Bahia in January

Bahia, Brazil is a region in Brazil. January in Bahia generally has temperatures that range from warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Mucugê at 29°C (84°F) to very hot in Paulo Afonso at 35°C (95°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Paulo Afonso and 18°C (64°F) in Mucugê.

For specific regional insights in Bahia, Brazil, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Paulo Afonso with an average of 46 mm (1.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Luis Eduardo Magalhaes with 185 mm (7.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Salvador enjoys about 246 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Bahia in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Bahia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Bahia

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Bahia, Brazil?

Temperature range in Bahia (January)

Precipitation variation in Bahia (January)

Salvador

In January Salvador generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
246 hours
226 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Salvador →

Porto Seguro

In January Porto Seguro generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
22 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Porto Seguro →

Morro de São Paulo

In January Morro de São Paulo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
246 hours
226 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Morro de São Paulo →

Arraial d'Ajuda

In January Arraial d'Ajuda generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
22 days
20 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Arraial d'Ajuda →

Trancoso

In January Trancoso generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
22 days
20 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Trancoso →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Bahia, in Brazil.

In our records: Brazil January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Brazil in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest January day in Brazil reached 43°C (109°F) in Rio de Janeiro on January 22, 1988.
  • From our sources, the wettest January day in Brazil brought 318 mm (13 in) in Balneário Camboriú on January 31, 2008.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Bahia in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Salvador 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Porto Seguro 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Morro de São Paulo 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Arraial d'Ajuda 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Trancoso 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Itacaré 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)

Bahia weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Bahia, Brazil in January?

Bahia, Brazil typically experiences perfect weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Salvador average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 26°C (79°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Bahia, Brazil in January?

In Salvador, the average daytime high in January is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 26°C (79°F).

Does Bahia, Brazil get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Salvador averages just 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Bahia, Brazil.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Bahia, Brazil?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Bahia, Brazil with overall perfect weather in Salvador. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Bahia, Brazil is in January, February, August, September, October, November and December with generally perfect weather in Salvador. In contrast, May tends to have tolerable weather conditions.

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