Paraná Weather in January

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

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Foz do Iguaçu Curitiba Ilha do Mel Londrina

Planning a getaway to Paraná, 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 Paraná in January

Paraná, Brazil is a region in Brazil. January in Paraná generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation. The month of January is in the summer season.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Guarapuava at 27°C (81°F) to very warm in Foz do Iguaçu at 33°C (91°F). At night it cools down to 22°C (72°F) in Foz do Iguaçu and 17°C (63°F) in Guarapuava. In Paraná, Brazil, January typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Foz do Iguaçu with an average of 166 mm (6.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Antonina with 341 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

January brings good sunshine to many areas. Foz do Iguaçu sees around 230 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Paraná in January

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

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 Paraná

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

Temperature range in Paraná (January)

Precipitation variation in Paraná (January)

Foz do Iguaçu

In January Foz do Iguaçu generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
230 hours
198 hours
Monthly rainfall
194 mm (7.6 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
180 mm (7.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Foz do Iguaçu →

Curitiba

In January Curitiba 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 unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
166 hours
161 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
173 mm (6.8 in)
230 mm (9.1 in)
219 mm (8.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
27 days
24 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Curitiba →

Ilha do Mel

In January Ilha do Mel generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°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)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
188 mm (7.4 in)
254 mm (10 in)
271 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
24 days
22 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Ilha do Mel →

Londrina

In January Londrina generally has very 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
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
195 mm (7.7 in)
246 mm (9.7 in)
212 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Londrina →

Maringá

In January Maringá generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°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
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
123 hours
106 hours
Monthly rainfall
182 mm (7.2 in)
224 mm (8.8 in)
203 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Maringá →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Foz do Iguaçu 33°C (91°F) 22°C (72°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Curitiba 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 230 mm (9.1 in)
Ilha do Mel 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 254 mm (10 in)
Londrina 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 246 mm (9.7 in)
Maringá 31°C (88°F) 21°C (70°F) 224 mm (8.8 in)
Umuarama 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 193 mm (7.6 in)

Paraná weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Paraná, Brazil typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Foz do Iguaçu average around 33°C (91°F), and temperatures drop to about 22°C (72°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Foz do Iguaçu peak at roughly 33°C (91°F) in January, dropping to about 22°C (72°F) overnight.

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

Yes. January brings heavy rainfall to Paraná, Brazil, with Foz do Iguaçu averaging around 166 mm (6.5 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Paraná, Brazil?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Paraná, Brazil due to the typically tolerable weather in Foz do Iguaçu.

On average, the best time to visit Paraná, Brazil is in August with generally perfect weather in Foz do Iguaçu. On the other hand, the months of January, October and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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