January Weather in Santa Cruz

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Santa Cruz, Brazil, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 27°C (81°F). Highs can soar to 35°C (95°F), while lows may dip to 21°C (71°F). Typically, the humidity level in Santa Cruz throughout January hovers around 86%.

21°C (71°F)

Minimum temperature

27°C (81°F)

Average temperature

35°C (95°F)

Maximum temperature

86%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Santa Cruz averages 27 mm (1.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 6 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 25 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 50 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 29% probability of sunny days during this period.

27 mm (1.1 inches)

Precipitation

6 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 50 minutes

Sunshine hours

29%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Santa Cruz reaches a maximum of 15, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 2 5 9 12 15 14 12 8 5 2 1 0 0
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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