Goiás Weather in January

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

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Planning a getaway to Goiás, 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 Goiás in January

Goiás, Brazil is a region in Brazil. January in Goiás generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Alto Paraíso de Goiás at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in Itumbiara at 31°C (88°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Itumbiara and 19°C (66°F) in Alto Paraíso de Goiás. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Goiás, Brazil, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Luziânia with an average of 222 mm (8.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Alto Paraíso de Goiás with 360 mm (14 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Caldas Novas.

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Best Places to Visit in Goiás in January

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

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 Goiás

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

Temperature range in Goiás (January)

Precipitation variation in Goiás (January)

Caldas Novas

In January Caldas Novas generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
249 mm (9.8 in)
253 mm (10 in)
203 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
25 days
25 days
23 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Caldas Novas →

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 »
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
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Brasilia →

Goiânia

In January Goiânia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
180 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
233 mm (9.2 in)
239 mm (9.4 in)
210 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
29 days
29 days
27 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Goiânia →

Pirenópolis

In January Pirenópolis 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 poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
282 mm (11 in)
278 mm (11 in)
239 mm (9.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
27 days
27 days
25 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Pirenópolis →

Alto Paraíso de Goiás

In January Alto Paraíso de Goiás 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 poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
362 mm (14 in)
360 mm (14 in)
366 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
21 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Alto Paraíso de Goiás →

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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 Goiás in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Caldas Novas 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 253 mm (10 in)
Brasilia 28°C (82°F) 19°C (66°F) 225 mm (8.9 in)
Goiânia 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 239 mm (9.4 in)
Pirenópolis 29°C (84°F) 19°C (66°F) 278 mm (11 in)
Alto Paraíso de Goiás 28°C (82°F) 19°C (66°F) 360 mm (14 in)
Rio Quente 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 253 mm (10 in)

Goiás weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Goiás, Brazil typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Caldas Novas average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 21°C (70°F) at night.

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

In Caldas Novas, the average daytime high in January is 30°C (86°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 21°C (70°F).

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

Rainfall in Goiás, Brazil peaks during January. Caldas Novas averages roughly 253 mm (10 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Goiás, Brazil?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Goiás, Brazil due to the typically poor weather in Caldas Novas.

On average, the best time to visit Goiás, Brazil is in June and July with generally perfect weather in Caldas Novas. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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