Espírito Santo Weather in January

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

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Guarapari Vitória Vila Velha Itaúnas

Planning a getaway to Espírito Santo, Brazil this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Espírito Santo in January

Espírito Santo, Brazil is a region in Brazil. January in Espírito Santo generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Floriano Simmer at 29°C (84°F) to very warm in Linhares at 32°C (90°F). At night it cools down to 23°C (73°F) in Linhares and 19°C (66°F) in Floriano Simmer. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

To explore the conditions in Espírito Santo, Brazil in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Itaúnas with an average of 102 mm (4 in) to heavy rainfall in Floriano Simmer with 197 mm (7.8 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this January. For example, Guarapari gets approximately 225 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Espírito Santo in January

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

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 Espírito Santo

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

Temperature range in Espírito Santo (January)

Precipitation variation in Espírito Santo (January)

Guarapari

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

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
225 hours
224 hours
Monthly rainfall
187 mm (7.4 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
21 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Guarapari →

Vitória

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

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
225 hours
224 hours
Monthly rainfall
182 mm (7.2 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
21 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Vitória →

Vila Velha

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

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
225 hours
224 hours
Monthly rainfall
170 mm (6.7 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
21 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Vila Velha →

Itaúnas

In January Itaúnas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable 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
146 mm (5.7 in)
102 mm (4 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
22 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Itaúnas →

Linhares

In January Linhares generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
182 mm (7.2 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
21 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Linhares →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Guarapari 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Vitória 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Vila Velha 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Itaúnas 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Linhares 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Anchieta 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)

Espírito Santo weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Espírito Santo, Brazil in January?

Expect unpleasant weather across Espírito Santo, Brazil in January. The popular destination of Guarapari averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Espírito Santo, Brazil in January?

In Guarapari, the average daytime high in January is 30°C (86°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

Does Espírito Santo, Brazil get a lot of rain in January?

Yes, January tends to be a wetter month in Espírito Santo, Brazil. Average rainfall in Guarapari sits around 122 mm (4.8 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Espírito Santo, Brazil?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Espírito Santo, Brazil due to the typically tolerable weather in Guarapari.

On average, the best time to visit Espírito Santo, Brazil is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Guarapari. On the other hand, the weather in January and March tend to be unpleasant.

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