São Luís Weather in January

With daytime temperatures of 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows of 25°C (77°F), January in São Luís brings high temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that January is part of the rainy season, with frequent and often heavy rainfall.

Rainfall in São Luís in January

As part of the rainy season, São Luís sees around 26 days of rain in January, with an average of 226 mm (8.9 in). Rainy season showers tend to be fairly substantial. A good rain jacket or umbrella is worth having with you most days.

Temperature in São Luís in January

January in São Luís brings typical temperatures with highs around 30°C (86°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F). Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. Nights are warm at 25°C (77°F). It's worth making sure your accommodation has decent ventilation or air conditioning.

Sunshine in São Luís in January

The month enjoys around 194 hours of sunshine. The wet weather tends to wait until afternoon or evening to arrive, leaving the first half of most days dry and sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit São Luís. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.