☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 30°C
Yes, absolutely! With temperatures averaging 30°C, it's hot and perfect for beach holidays. Rio de Janeiro in January has an average air temperature of 30°C with sea temperatures around 26°C. You can expect 7 hours of sunshine per day and 130mm of rainfall, which means heavy rainfall — pack waterproofs.
Sea temperatures of 26°C are very comfortable for swimming and water sports. With 7 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Pack light clothing, high-SPF sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and swimwear. Stay hydrated.
Rio de Janeiro is one of the top warm destinations for January holidays from the UK. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Rio de Janeiro stacks up against similar destinations in January:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio de Janeiro | 30°C | 26°C | 130mm | 7h |
| Diani Beach | 30°C | 28°C | 25mm | 9h |
| Fiji | 30°C | 28°C | 290mm | 6h |
| Langkawi | 30°C | 28°C | 30mm | 8h |
| Mozambique | 30°C | 28°C | 150mm | 7h |
| Pemba Island | 30°C | 28°C | 50mm | 8h |
See how Rio de Janeiro's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Rio de Janeiro in January has average temperatures of 30°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 26°C.
Yes, the sea temperature of 26°C is very comfortable for swimming.
Pack light clothing, high-SPF sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and swimwear. Stay hydrated.
January is an excellent time to visit Rio de Janeiro with warm weather and 7 hours of daily sunshine.
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