What is the weather like in Fortaleza in January?

Expect temperatures between 25°C and 29°C with 37% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Fortaleza in January?

Fortaleza in January scores 58/100 based on 30 years of climate data. A reasonable choice for your trip.

Who should visit Fortaleza in January?

January in Fortaleza is ideal for: Business travelers, Adventure seekers.

Fortaleza Weather in January | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

29°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

25°C

Coolest around day 19

Rainy Days

29days

37% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in January

Atlantic Ocean(Oceano Atlântico)

29.4°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🌴Tropical

Perfect for swimming and water sports

Swim Rating

✅Excellent for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Atlantic Ocean

Oceano Atlântico

Fortaleza coastline

Essential Travel Info for Fortaleza

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Currency

BRL

R$ Brazilian real

Language

Portuguese

Driving

Right side

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.465

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Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Low Traffic

28/ 100

Traffic Index

Quieter airport

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Key Connections

São Paulo Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro (GRU)

Rio de Janeiro RIOgaleão – Tom Jobim (GIG)

Brasília Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek (BSB)

Recife Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre (REC)

Belém Júlio Cezar Ribeiro (BEL)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

9 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

There iselevated chikungunya riskin Brazil.Chikungunya vaccinationmay be considered for people traveling or moving to this location if they are planning to stay for an extended period of time (for example, 6 months or more).

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Brazil.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Brazil. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Brazil.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Brazil take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasAll areas in the states of Acre, Amapá, Amazonas, Rondônia, and RoraimaPresent in the states of Maranhão, Mato Grosso, and Pará, but rare cases in their capital cities (São Luis [capital of Maranhão], Cuiabá [capital of Mato Grosso], Belém [capital of Pará])Rare cases and sporadic foci of transmission in rural and forested areas in the states of Espírito Santo, Goiás, Minas Gerais, Mato Grosso do Sul, Piauí, Rio de Janeiro, São Paolo, and TocantinsNo malaria transmission in the cities of Brasília (the capital), Rio de Janeiro, or São PaoloNo malaria transmission at Iguaçu FallsDrug resistanceChloroquineSpeciesP. vivax(90%)P. falciparum(10%)Recommended chemoprophylaxisAtovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, tafenoquine2Areas with rare cases: No chemoprophylaxis recommended (insect bite precautions and mosquito avoidance only)4Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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Is January a Good Time to Visit Fortaleza?

👌A reasonable choice for your trip(58/100)

Short Answer

January perfect for Fortaleza's beaches - 29.4°C water temperature, 30°C days, minimal 37% rain. Book beachfront early as this is peak coastal season.

Decision Factors

Oppressive heat and humidity

29.5°C with 79% humidity - challenging conditions

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Feels significantly hotter than 29.5°C

Heat index: 36°C due to 79% humidity

Warm tropical seas

29.4°C sea temperature - Hot Soup

Peak tourist season

96% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Schistosomiasis

Good For

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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
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Adventure seekers
1.32m waves - good for surfing and water sports

Who Should Avoid

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Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
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Elderly travelers
Heat index of 36°C poses health risks
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Heat-sensitive visitors
36°C feels-like temperature creates discomfort

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Fortaleza in January averages 29°C with 37% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Fortaleza in January

What are the temperatures in Fortaleza in January?

Daytime highs average 29°C, nights drop to 25°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Fortaleza in January?

Expect around 29 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Fortaleza in January?

Light, breathable fabrics. Don't forget sunglasses and a hat.

Is January peak season in Fortaleza?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Fortaleza Weather in January