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João Pessoa weather in January

January in João Pessoa is typically hot, with average daytime highs around 31°C (89°F) and night-time lows near 25°C (77°F). The month usually brings about 79 mm of rain (some rain) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as December and about the same as February.

What stands out in January

  • January is João Pessoa's second warmest month.
  • João Pessoa is usually about 2°C cooler than Campina Grande, 110 km away, in January.
  • Even after dark it stays around 25°C, so sleeping can feel warm.

Avg high

31°C

89°F

Avg low

25°C

77°F

Rainfall

79 mm

some rain

Humidity

71%

relative

Sky

47%

cloud · a mix of sun and cloud

João Pessoa weather by month

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Average monthly climate in João Pessoa
MonthAvg highAvg lowRainHumidityCloud cover
January31°C / 89°F25°C / 77°F79 mm71%47%
February31°C / 89°F25°C / 77°F95 mm74%52%
March31°C / 89°F25°C / 77°F113 mm75%49%
April31°C / 87°F25°C / 77°F168 mm78%45%
May29°C / 85°F24°C / 76°F178 mm82%44%
June28°C / 83°F24°C / 74°F196 mm83%42%
July27°C / 81°F23°C / 73°F187 mm84%45%
August28°C / 83°F22°C / 72°F63 mm80%34%
September29°C / 85°F23°C / 73°F48 mm75%35%
October31°C / 87°F24°C / 75°F23 mm71%36%
November31°C / 88°F24°C / 76°F16 mm68%36%
December32°C / 89°F25°C / 77°F32 mm69%41%

What to pack for January

  • Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
  • A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
  • A refillable water bottle
  • A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
  • Water-resistant shoes
Full season-by-season packing guide →

Is January a good time to visit João Pessoa?

Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.

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João Pessoa in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit João Pessoa?

It can be, if you like heat: January highs in João Pessoa are around 31°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.

How warm is João Pessoa in January?

Average highs are about 31°C (89°F) and average lows about 25°C (77°F), based on 10 years of daily data.

Does it rain a lot in João Pessoa in January?

João Pessoa typically gets around 79 mm of rain in January — some rain.

Figures are long-term averages for the area around João Pessoa (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.