Distrito Federal Weather in January

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

Thinking about venturing to Distrito Federal, Brazil this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Distrito Federal in January

Distrito Federal, Brazil is a region in Brazil. January in Distrito Federal generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) in Brasilia.

For a closer look at conditions across Distrito Federal, Brazil, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Sobradinho with an average of 205 mm (8.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Ceilândia with 234 mm (9.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Brasilia receives about 157 hours of sunlight in January, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Distrito Federal by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Distrito Federal — and find the best time to visit. (based on Brasilia)

Best Places to Visit in Distrito Federal in January

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

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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).

Popular Destinations in Distrito Federal

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

Temperature range in Distrito Federal (January)

Precipitation variation in Distrito Federal (January)

Brasilia

In January Brasilia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
147 hours
157 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
245 mm (9.6 in)
225 mm (8.9 in)
218 mm (8.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
26 days
23 days
Weather conditions

Taguatinga

In January Taguatinga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
147 hours
157 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
250 mm (9.8 in)
234 mm (9.2 in)
226 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
26 days
24 days
Weather conditions

Núcleo Bandeirante

In January Núcleo Bandeirante generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
147 hours
157 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
249 mm (9.8 in)
231 mm (9.1 in)
220 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
26 days
24 days
Weather conditions

Ceilândia

In January Ceilândia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
147 hours
157 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
250 mm (9.8 in)
234 mm (9.2 in)
227 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
26 days
24 days
Weather conditions

Sobradinho

In January Sobradinho generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
147 hours
157 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
229 mm (9 in)
205 mm (8.1 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
25 days
25 days
23 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Distrito Federal, 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 Distrito Federal in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Brasilia 28°C (82°F) 19°C (66°F) 225 mm (8.9 in)
Taguatinga 28°C (82°F) 19°C (66°F) 234 mm (9.2 in)
Núcleo Bandeirante 28°C (82°F) 19°C (66°F) 231 mm (9.1 in)
Ceilândia 28°C (82°F) 19°C (66°F) 234 mm (9.2 in)
Sobradinho 29°C (84°F) 19°C (66°F) 205 mm (8.1 in)
Candangolandia 28°C (82°F) 19°C (66°F) 228 mm (9 in)

Distrito Federal weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Distrito Federal, Brazil in January?

In January, Distrito Federal, Brazil generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Brasilia sees daytime temperatures near 28°C (82°F), with nights cooling to roughly 19°C (66°F).

What is the average temperature in Distrito Federal, Brazil in January?

In Brasilia, the average daytime high in January is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 19°C (66°F).

Does Distrito Federal, Brazil get a lot of rain in January?

Yes. January brings heavy rainfall to Distrito Federal, Brazil, with Brasilia averaging around 225 mm (8.9 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Distrito Federal, Brazil?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Brasilia, January may not be the ideal time to visit Distrito Federal, Brazil.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June and July offering mostly perfect weather in Brasilia. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, October, November and December tend to be unpleasant.

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