Tocantins Weather in January

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

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

What to Expect in Tocantins in January

Tocantins, Brazil is a region in Brazil. January in Tocantins generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Palmas. On average, January is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year in Palmas.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in São Félix do Tocantins with an average of 244 mm (9.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Palmas with 335 mm (13 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Palmas.

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Palmas gets approximately 153 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 Tocantins by month

Best Places to Visit in Tocantins in January

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

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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 Tocantins

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

Temperature range in Tocantins (January)

Precipitation variation in Tocantins (January)

Palmas

In January Palmas generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°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
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
153 hours
153 hours
129 hours
Monthly rainfall
280 mm (11 in)
335 mm (13 in)
330 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Araguaína

In January Araguaína generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°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
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
239 mm (9.4 in)
298 mm (12 in)
325 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
24 days
24 days
Weather conditions

Gurupi

In January Gurupi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
166 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
274 mm (11 in)
302 mm (12 in)
286 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions

São Félix do Tocantins

In January São Félix do Tocantins 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
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
198 mm (7.8 in)
244 mm (9.6 in)
237 mm (9.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions

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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 Tocantins in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Palmas 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 335 mm (13 in)
Araguaína 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 298 mm (12 in)
Gurupi 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 302 mm (12 in)
São Félix do Tocantins 31°C (88°F) 21°C (70°F) 244 mm (9.6 in)

Tocantins weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Tocantins, Brazil in January. The popular destination of Palmas averages 31°C (88°F) by day and 22°C (72°F) at night during this month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Palmas peak at roughly 31°C (88°F) in January, dropping to about 22°C (72°F) overnight.

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

Rainfall in Tocantins, Brazil peaks during January. Palmas averages roughly 335 mm (13 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Tocantins, Brazil?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Tocantins, Brazil with often poor weather in Palmas.

On average, the best time to visit Tocantins, Brazil is in May with generally unpleasant weather in Palmas.

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