Are you considering a trip to Recife in January? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +84°F and about 0 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 26 rainy days and 69 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
☀️
+84°F
Avg. max. temperature
+72°F
Min.
+91°F
Max.
69 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
26 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Recife has good weather in January.
Avionero – A better way to search for flights:
Cheapest prices on the market!
Check all your dates and date combinations in a single search!
Want inspiration, set your dates and find the cheapest destinations!
Saves your searches in the browser so you can easily return to them!
Average temperature in Recife in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Recife for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in January is +84°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +86°F during the day and a minimum of +75°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 50% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +81°F to +86°F.
Is Recife warm or cold in January?
Recife is typically warm in January.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +84°F to +84°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +77°F to +77°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how January is compared to other months in Recife:
Water temperature in Recife in January
Water in Recife in January is Very warm. It varies from +81°F to +84°F, with an average of +83°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +84°F.
In January, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Recife are reached in April, when the average sea temperature rises to +84°F. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +80°F.
Can you swim in Recife in January?
You can definitely swim in Recife in January, the water is very warm (+83°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!
Climate in Recife in January
Recife weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+84°F
+84°F
+84°F
Min. temperature
+68°F
+72°F
+70°F
Max. temperature
+93°F
+91°F
+93°F
Rainfall
48 mm
69 mm
77 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+82°F
+83°F
+83°F
Humidity
73%
74%
74%
Air pressure
1011 HPa
1011 HPa
1011 HPa
Sunny days
1
0
1
Cloudy days
6
4
4
Rainy days
24
26
23
Snowy days
0
0
0
January weather is still as good as in December.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +84°F for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 48 mm to 69 mm.Humidity rises from 73% to 74%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 3 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 1 sunny days in December to 0 in January.
February brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Recife in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Recife is gradually increasing during January, going from 1 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Recife based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in January stands at 65%, leading to total precipitation of around 62 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 20 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Recife wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 93% chance of precipitation and 177 mm of rainfall per day. November, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 77% chance of precipitation and 42 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last January in Recife?
This is the weather in Recife in January 2023:
1 January
🌧️
+81°F
2 January
🌧️
+84°F
3 January
☁️
+83°F
4 January
☁️
+84°F
5 January
☁️
+84°F
6 January
☁️
+84°F
7 January
☁️
+85°F
8 January
☁️
+84°F
9 January
☁️
+85°F
10 January
☁️
+84°F
11 January
🌧️
+83°F
12 January
☁️
+85°F
13 January
🌧️
+86°F
14 January
☁️
+85°F
15 January
🌧️
+81°F
16 January
☁️
+83°F
17 January
🌧️
+82°F
18 January
🌧️
+80°F
19 January
🌧️
+81°F
20 January
🌧️
+84°F
21 January
☁️
+85°F
22 January
☁️
+85°F
23 January
🌧️
+84°F
24 January
🌧️
+84°F
25 January
☁️
+84°F
26 January
☁️
+85°F
27 January
☁️
+85°F
28 January
☁️
+85°F
29 January
☁️
+85°F
30 January
☁️
+85°F
31 January
🌧️
+85°F
In January 2023 Recife had 0 sunny days, 19 cloudy days, and 12 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +84°F, with an absolute maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +81°F. The average humidity was 69%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 55%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 6 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Recife climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Recife in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+81°F) and the highest in 2020 (+86°F). The driest year was 1993 with only 701 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2000 with 1935 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Recife in January:
Is January a good time to visit Recife?
January is a really good time to go to Recife. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Recife.
Can you sunbathe in Recife in January?
January is warm in Recife. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Recife in January?
Yes, you can swim in Recife in January, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +83°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.
Is Recife rainy in January?
Recife 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 Recife in January?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Recife 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 Recife, 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.
