Sao Paulo

São Paulo State Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in São Paulo State, Brazil in January.

🔎
Sao Paulo Ubatuba Campos do Jordão Ilhabela

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

What to Expect in São Paulo State in January

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

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in São Bento do Sapucaí at 27°C (81°F) and very warm in Presidente Prudente at 32°C (90°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Presidente Prudente and 17°C (63°F) in São Bento do Sapucaí.

For specific regional insights in São Paulo State, Brazil, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Ilhabela with an average of 217 mm (8.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Paranapiacaba with 382 mm (15 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Sao Paulo.

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Sao Paulo gets approximately 170 hours of sunlight in January, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore São Paulo State by month

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Best Places to Visit in São Paulo State in January

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

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 São Paulo State

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

Temperature range in São Paulo State (January)

Precipitation variation in São Paulo State (January)

Sao Paulo

In January Sao Paulo 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
150 hours
170 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
195 mm (7.7 in)
251 mm (9.9 in)
215 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
25 days
22 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Sao Paulo →

Ubatuba

In January Ubatuba generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
92 hours
104 hours
108 hours
Monthly rainfall
214 mm (8.4 in)
267 mm (11 in)
219 mm (8.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Ubatuba →

Campos do Jordão

In January Campos do Jordão 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
301 mm (12 in)
363 mm (14 in)
298 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
24 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Campos do Jordão →

Ilhabela

In January Ilhabela 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
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
92 hours
104 hours
108 hours
Monthly rainfall
175 mm (6.9 in)
217 mm (8.5 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Ilhabela →

Guarujá

In January Guarujá 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)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
157 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
191 mm (7.5 in)
241 mm (9.5 in)
234 mm (9.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Guarujá →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sao Paulo 28°C (82°F) 19°C (66°F) 251 mm (9.9 in)
Ubatuba 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 267 mm (11 in)
Campos do Jordão 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 363 mm (14 in)
Ilhabela 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 217 mm (8.5 in)
Guarujá 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 241 mm (9.5 in)
Olímpia 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 267 mm (11 in)

São Paulo State weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in São Paulo State, Brazil in January?

São Paulo State, Brazil typically experiences unpleasant weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Sao Paulo average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 19°C (66°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in São Paulo State, Brazil in January?

Average temperatures in São Paulo State, Brazil during January range from a nighttime low near 19°C (66°F) to a daytime high around 28°C (82°F) in Sao Paulo.

Does São Paulo State, Brazil get a lot of rain in January?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Sao Paulo records an average of 251 mm (9.9 in) in January, putting it among the wetter months for São Paulo State, Brazil.

Is January a Good Time to Visit São Paulo State, Brazil?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Sao Paulo, January may not be the ideal time to visit São Paulo State, Brazil.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Sao Paulo. On the other hand, the months of January and February tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in São Paulo State.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Brazil? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Brazil.

Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.

The 10 most alternative cities in South America

Discover South America's top 10 alternative cities! From Valparaíso's vibrant streets to La Paz's high-altitude charm and Medellín's innovative spirit.
The 5 most tranquil retreats in the Amazon Rainforest, Brazil

Discover top sustainable lodges in the Amazon. Enjoy unique wildlife, eco-friendly stays, and immersive experiences at Anavilhanas, Cristalino, and more.
An alternative way to discover Rio de Janeiro

Don't feel like seeing the traditional tourist sights in Rio de Janeiro? We have made an overview of the sights in Rio de Janeiro that you must see if you want to visit Rio in an alternative way.
Iguazu Falls

Iguazu Falls are among the largest waterfalls on earth. You will be speechless when you see this miracle of mother nature. They are included in the World Heritage List and have also been named one of the seven wonders of the world.
Must visit in Brazil →