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Pernambuco Weather in January

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

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Porto De Galinhas Recife Fernando de Noronha Tamandaré

Planning a getaway to Pernambuco, 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 Pernambuco in January

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

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Fernando de Noronha at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in Petrolina at 35°C (95°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Petrolina and 26°C (79°F) in Fernando de Noronha. 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.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Garanhuns with an average of 50 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Fernando de Noronha with 93 mm (3.7 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Porto De Galinhas enjoys approximately 246 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Pernambuco by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Pernambuco — and find the best time to visit. (based on Porto De Galinhas)

January30°C (86°F) February30°C (86°F) March30°C (86°F) April30°C (86°F) May29°C (84°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September28°C (82°F) October28°C (82°F) November29°C (84°F) December30°C (86°F)
Best Time to Visit Pernambuco →

Best Places to Visit in Pernambuco in January

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

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 Pernambuco

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

Temperature range in Pernambuco (January)

Precipitation variation in Pernambuco (January)

Porto De Galinhas

In January Porto De Galinhas 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
255 hours
246 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Porto De Galinhas →

Recife

In January Recife generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°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
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
246 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Recife →

Fernando de Noronha

In January Fernando de Noronha generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
272 hours
250 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Fernando de Noronha →

Tamandaré

In January Tamandaré generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°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)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Tamandaré →

Gravatá

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

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
246 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Gravatá →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Porto De Galinhas 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Recife 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Fernando de Noronha 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Tamandaré 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Gravatá 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Olinda 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)

Pernambuco weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

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

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

Daytime temperatures in Porto De Galinhas peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in January, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Pernambuco, Brazil during January, with Porto De Galinhas averaging close to 73 mm (2.9 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Pernambuco, Brazil?

In our opinion, January is a good time to visit Pernambuco, Brazil with overall pleasant weather in Porto De Galinhas.

On average, the best time to visit Pernambuco, Brazil is in September, October and November with generally perfect weather in Porto De Galinhas. On the other hand, the months of March and April tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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