Minas Gerais Weather in January

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

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Belo Horizonte Monte Verde Tiradentes Ouro Preto

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

What to Expect in Minas Gerais in January

Minas Gerais, Brazil is a region in Brazil. January in Minas Gerais generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, 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 Itamonte at 26°C (79°F) to very warm in Governador Valadares at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Governador Valadares and 17°C (63°F) in Itamonte.

To explore the conditions in Minas Gerais, Brazil in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Araçuaí with an average of 84 mm (3.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Delfim Moreira with 381 mm (15 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Belo Horizonte typically sees 175 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Minas Gerais by month

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Best Places to Visit in Minas Gerais in January

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

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 Minas Gerais

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

Temperature range in Minas Gerais (January)

Precipitation variation in Minas Gerais (January)

Belo Horizonte

In January Belo Horizonte 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 »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
175 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
243 mm (9.6 in)
203 mm (8 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
25 days
25 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Belo Horizonte →

Monte Verde

In January Monte Verde generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
98 hours
107 hours
95 hours
Monthly rainfall
285 mm (11 in)
344 mm (14 in)
291 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
25 days
22 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Monte Verde →

Tiradentes

In January Tiradentes generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
263 mm (10 in)
247 mm (9.7 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
24 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Tiradentes →

Ouro Preto

In January Ouro Preto generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
358 mm (14 in)
302 mm (12 in)
215 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
25 days
25 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Ouro Preto →

Serra do Cipo

In January Serra do Cipo 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 »
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
152 hours
175 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
284 mm (11 in)
227 mm (8.9 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
25 days
25 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Serra do Cipo →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Belo Horizonte 29°C (84°F) 19°C (66°F) 203 mm (8 in)
Monte Verde 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 344 mm (14 in)
Tiradentes 28°C (82°F) 18°C (64°F) 247 mm (9.7 in)
Ouro Preto 28°C (82°F) 18°C (64°F) 302 mm (12 in)
Serra do Cipo 29°C (84°F) 19°C (66°F) 227 mm (8.9 in)
Uberlândia 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 245 mm (9.6 in)

Minas Gerais weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Minas Gerais, Brazil in January?

Expect unpleasant weather across Minas Gerais, Brazil in January. The popular destination of Belo Horizonte averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 19°C (66°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Minas Gerais, Brazil in January?

Average temperatures in Minas Gerais, Brazil during January range from a nighttime low near 19°C (66°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Belo Horizonte.

Does Minas Gerais, Brazil get a lot of rain in January?

Yes. January brings heavy rainfall to Minas Gerais, Brazil, with Belo Horizonte averaging around 203 mm (8 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Minas Gerais, Brazil?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Belo Horizonte, January may not be the ideal time to visit Minas Gerais, Brazil.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Belo Horizonte. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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