If you plan to visit Fortaleza in January, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +29°C during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 25 rainy days in the month and around 76 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+29°C
Avg. max. temperature
+22°C
Min.
+32°C
Max.
76 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
25 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Fortaleza has OK weather in January.
Average temperature in Fortaleza in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Fortaleza for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +32°C during the day to a minimum of +23°C during the night, the temperature in January averages around +30°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 11% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +31°C to +30°C.
Is Fortaleza warm or cold in January?
Fortaleza is typically warm in January.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +29°C to +29°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +26°C to +26°C.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
January is one of the coolest months in Fortaleza, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Fortaleza in January
Water in Fortaleza in January is Very warm. It varies from +27°C to +29°C, with an average of +28°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +29°C.
In January, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Fortaleza are reached in April, when the average sea temperature rises to +29°C. The coldest water temperatures are in September, with an average of +27°C.
Can you swim in Fortaleza in January?
You can definitely swim in Fortaleza in January, the water is very warm (+28°C in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!
Climate in Fortaleza in January
Fortaleza weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+29°C
+29°C
+29°C
Min. temperature
+23°C
+22°C
+23°C
Max. temperature
+33°C
+32°C
+32°C
Rainfall
25 mm
76 mm
119 mm
Wind
4 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+28°C
+28°C
+28°C
Humidity
73%
76%
78%
Air pressure
1010 HPa
1010 HPa
1010 HPa
Sunny days
2
1
1
Cloudy days
11
5
3
Rainy days
18
25
24
Snowy days
0
0
0
January typically has worse weather conditions compared to December.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +29°C for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 25 mm to 76 mm.Humidity rises from 73% to 76%.Winds are calmer in comparison to December, going down from 4 m/s to 3 m/s on average.The days becoming less sunny, going from 2 sunny days in December to 1 in January.
February brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Fortaleza in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Fortaleza is gradually decreasing during January, going from 5 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Fortaleza based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 68% chance of rain on an average day in January, with total rainfall of approximately 49 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 9 mm, which is considered light rain.January is a pretty wet month with over 21 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Fortaleza wettest month is April, where a typical day has a 80% chance of precipitation and 197 mm of rainfall per day. September, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last January in Fortaleza?
This is the weather in Fortaleza in January 2023:
1 January
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+31°C
2 January
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+31°C
3 January
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+31°C
4 January
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+31°C
5 January
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+31°C
6 January
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+31°C
7 January
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+32°C
8 January
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+32°C
9 January
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+31°C
10 January
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+31°C
11 January
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+32°C
12 January
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+31°C
13 January
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+31°C
14 January
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+30°C
15 January
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+30°C
16 January
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+29°C
17 January
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+31°C
18 January
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+29°C
19 January
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+27°C
20 January
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+28°C
21 January
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+31°C
22 January
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+31°C
23 January
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+31°C
24 January
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+28°C
25 January
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+28°C
26 January
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+30°C
27 January
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+31°C
28 January
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+31°C
29 January
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+31°C
30 January
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+30°C
31 January
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+30°C
In January 2023 Fortaleza had 7 sunny days, 17 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +30°C, with an absolute maximum of +32°C and a minimum of +27°C. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 52%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Fortaleza climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Fortaleza in January has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+28°C) and the highest in 2020 (+31°C). The driest year was 1993 with only 236 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2009 with 1739 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Fortaleza in January:
Is January a good time to visit Fortaleza?
It’s always a good time to visit Fortaleza, but the weather is changeable in January, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Fortaleza in January?
January is warm in Fortaleza. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Fortaleza in January?
Yes, you can swim in Fortaleza in January, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +28°C, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.
Is Fortaleza rainy in January?
Fortaleza is often rainy in January. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Fortaleza in January?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Fortaleza in January, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Fortaleza, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.