Monthly climate guide
Salvador weather in January
January in Salvador is typically hot, with average daytime highs around 31°C (87°F) and night-time lows near 24°C (76°F). The month usually brings about 71 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
- Humidity near 73% makes 31°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- Nights stay warm, rarely below 24°C — air-conditioning helps.
- Just 90 km apart, but Salvador runs about 3°C cooler than Feira de Santana this month.
Avg high
31°C
87°F
Avg low
24°C
76°F
Rainfall
71 mm
some rain
Humidity
73%
relative
Sky
51%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Salvador weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C / 87°F | 24°C / 76°F | 71 mm | 73% | 51% |
| February | 31°C / 88°F | 25°C / 76°F | 67 mm | 74% | 52% |
| March | 31°C / 88°F | 25°C / 77°F | 83 mm | 75% | 47% |
| April | 30°C / 87°F | 25°C / 76°F | 114 mm | 77% | 50% |
| May | 29°C / 83°F | 24°C / 74°F | 139 mm | 81% | 54% |
| June | 27°C / 81°F | 23°C / 73°F | 122 mm | 81% | 52% |
| July | 27°C / 80°F | 22°C / 71°F | 108 mm | 79% | 49% |
| August | 27°C / 80°F | 21°C / 71°F | 88 mm | 78% | 46% |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 22°C / 71°F | 56 mm | 76% | 45% |
| October | 30°C / 85°F | 23°C / 73°F | 58 mm | 74% | 47% |
| November | 30°C / 87°F | 24°C / 74°F | 72 mm | 74% | 56% |
| December | 31°C / 88°F | 24°C / 75°F | 58 mm | 72% | 50% |
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
Is January a good time to visit Salvador?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Salvador →Other Brazil cities in January
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Salvador in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Salvador?
January is a reasonable time for Salvador: highs around 31°C and about 71 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Salvador in January?
Average highs are about 31°C (87°F) and average lows about 24°C (76°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Salvador in January?
Salvador typically gets around 71 mm of rain in January — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Salvador (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.