São Luís weather in January (Maranhão, Brazil)
What kind of temperatures can you expect in São Luís during January? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.
Temperatures
In January, São Luís tends to experience high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 30°C. But by evening, they drop to around 25°C. These are average temperatures, but occasional heat spikes are possible. Stay comfortable by wearing light clothing and drinking water.
Precipitation
São Luís in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 226 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 26 days of rain.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 194 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit São Luís. September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April and May tend to have less optimal conditions.
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São Luís, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
25°C
Max Temperature
30°C
Chance of Rain
86%
Precipitation
226 mm
Rainy days
26 days
Humidity
85% *
Sunshine
194 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Where to go in Brazil in January
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
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So, what should you wear in this month?
It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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