Paraíba Weather in January

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

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João Pessoa Jacumã Campina Grande Cabedelo

Are you planning a trip a to Paraíba, Brazil in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Paraíba in January

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

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Baía da Traição at 29°C (84°F) to very hot in Sousa at 35°C (95°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Sousa and 25°C (77°F) in Baía da Traição. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Campina Grande with an average of 52 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Sousa with 88 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. João Pessoa sees close to 246 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Paraíba by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Paraíba — and find the best time to visit. (based on João Pessoa)

January30°C (86°F) February31°C (88°F) March31°C (88°F) April30°C (86°F) May30°C (86°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August28°C (82°F) September29°C (84°F) October29°C (84°F) November30°C (86°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Paraíba in January

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

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 Paraíba

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

Temperature range in Paraíba (January)

Precipitation variation in Paraíba (January)

João Pessoa

In January João Pessoa generally has very 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
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
246 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in João Pessoa →

Jacumã

In January Jacumã generally has very 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
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
246 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Jacumã →

Campina Grande

In January Campina Grande generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
29 mm (1.1 in)
52 mm (2 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Campina Grande →

Cabedelo

In January Cabedelo 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
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
246 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Cabedelo →

Baía da Traição

In January Baía da Traição generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°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
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
246 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Baía da Traição →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
João Pessoa 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Jacumã 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Campina Grande 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Cabedelo 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Baía da Traição 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Bananeiras 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)

Paraíba weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Paraíba, Brazil in January. The popular destination of João Pessoa averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

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

In João Pessoa, the average daytime high in January is 30°C (86°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

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

January is on the drier side in Paraíba, Brazil. João Pessoa averages only about 70 mm (2.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Paraíba, Brazil?

In our opinion, January is a good time to visit Paraíba, Brazil with overall pleasant weather in João Pessoa.

On average, the best time to visit Paraíba, Brazil is in August, September and October with generally perfect weather in João Pessoa. In contrast, March, April and May tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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