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Fernando de Noronha in January

Short answer

In January, Fernando de Noronha averages highs of 30 °C (86 °F) and lows of 25 °C (77 °F), with about 67 mm of rain spread over roughly 5 days. January is a dry month, good for outdoor plans. Crowds tend to be high this month.

Climate · INMET (updated 2026)
Most reviewed activity in Fernando de NoronhaFernando de Noronha Island Tour★ 9.9 · 18 reviews · from US$ 68 · via CivitatisSee dates and price →
Temperature
30 / 25 °C
high / low
Rain
67 mm
5 days
Daylight
12h19
sunset at 18:28
Crowds
High
1 public holiday

What to expect in Fernando de Noronha in January

Myllena Vieira, editor at Visite
Editor's tip

January finds Fernando de Noronha in the middle of summer. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Highs reach 30 °C (86 °F): the heat calls for early starts, sunscreen, and spending the middle of the day in the shade or in the water. It is one of the busiest times of the year: the destination fills up, rates go up and the best hotels sell out early. Book ahead or choose weekdays. It also rains very little: this is one of the driest months of the year, good for anyone who wants an outdoor itinerary. If the dates line up, it is worth fitting New Year's Eve in Fernando de Noronha into your itinerary: it is what livens up the destination at that time of year.

Myllena Vieira · Editor at Visite
Crowds
Crowd level: high

January is high season: the destination fills up, the most popular attractions have lines, and it pays to book ahead.

Prices
Rates: high · ~R$ 1,317

High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead. The average nightly rate for lodging in Fernando de Noronha is around R$ 1,317 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.

Tours and tickets

Things to do in Fernando de Noronha in January

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Fernando de Noronha Island Tour
9.9· 18 reviews

Fernando de Noronha Island Tour

Visit the best of Fernando de Noronha on this comprehensive tour of the island's main beaches, natural monuments, and viewpoints.

8 h
from US$ 68
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Boat Ride + Snorkeling at Sancho Beach
8.9· 9 reviews

Boat Ride + Snorkeling at Sancho Beach

Discover the archipelago of Fernando de Noronha from another perspective on this boat trip. We'll be able to observe dolphins and even snorkel at Sancho Beach!

3 h
from US$ 64
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Fernando de Noronha Beginners Scuba Diving Lesson
9.4· 7 reviews

Fernando de Noronha Beginners Scuba Diving Lesson

Learn one of the most fun watersports with this beginner scuba diving lesson in Fernando de Noronha, one of Brazil's most paradisiacal spots.

4 h
from US$ 226
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Fernando de Noronha Polynesian Canoe Tour
9.6· 5 reviews

Fernando de Noronha Polynesian Canoe Tour

With this canoe tour in Fernando de Noronha, you'll paddle your way through an adventure in this Brazilian archipelago. You'll love it!

2 h
from US$ 49
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Fernando de Noronha Trekking Tour
10· 2 reviews

Fernando de Noronha Trekking Tour

Don't miss out on this spectacular trekking tour through the magical viewpoints of Fernando de Noronha. You'll fall in love with these amazing landscapes!

3 h
from US$ 42
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Fernando de Noronha Water Bike Tour
10· 2 reviews

Fernando de Noronha Water Bike Tour

Pedal calmly over the sea on this water bike tour of Fernando de Noronha. We'll visit the beautiful Meio beach and admire its rock formations.

1 h
from US$ 39
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Where to stay

Hotels in Fernando de Noronha

January is high season in Fernando de Noronha: the best hotels fill up and rates rise as the date approaches. It is best to lock in your room as soon as the trip is decided.

Beco Pousada Boutique in Fernando de Noronha 9.5 ★★ · 46 reviews Beco Pousada Boutique See on Booking → Pousada Lua Bela in Fernando de Noronha 9.4 ★★★★ · 2 reviews Pousada Lua Bela See on Booking → Ecocharme Pousada Pedra Do Mar in Fernando de Noronha 8.2 ★★★ · 35 reviews Ecocharme Pousada Pedra Do Mar See on Booking →
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Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.

What happens in January

New Year's Eve in Fernando de Noronha
Year-end celebrations on the island, with midnight parties and the traditional Réveillon do Zé Maria.
Public holidays in January: New Year's Day (01/01). Expect more people and higher prices around these dates.

What to pack in January

Light clothing and a cap · highs of 30 °C (86 °F) Sunscreen and sunglasses · strong sun on the tours Comfortable walking shoes · you will be on foot much of the day
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Questions about Fernando de Noronha in January

What is the weather like in Fernando de Noronha in January?
In January, Fernando de Noronha averages highs of 30 °C (86 °F) and lows of 25 °C (77 °F), with about 67 mm of rain spread over roughly 5 days. January is a dry month, good for outdoor plans. Crowds tend to be high this month.
Does it rain a lot in Fernando de Noronha in January?
In January, Fernando de Noronha gets about 67 mm of rain spread over around 5 rainy days, one of the driest months. It is a dry month, with little chance of rain spoiling your plans.
Is January high season in Fernando de Noronha?
Crowds in January tend to be high. High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead.
What is happening in Fernando de Noronha in January?
January brings New Year's Eve in Fernando de Noronha. Confirm the dates and book early if they overlap with your trip.
Does it usually rain all day in Fernando de Noronha in January?
INMET's climate normals record the number of rainy days and the total millimeters, not the hours of each day, so they do not say how long the rain lasts. What they show for Fernando de Noronha in January: 5 rainy days in a month of 31 days (about 16% of the days) and 67 mm over the month, which works out to an average of about 13 mm per rainy day. Compared with the rest of the year, January is one of the driest months at the destination. It is a dry month, with little chance of rain spoiling your plans.
What is the temperature in Fernando de Noronha in January, and what should you pack?
According to INMET's climate normals, the average high in Fernando de Noronha in January is 30 °C and the average low is 25 °C, with air humidity of around 79%. Compared with the rest of the year, the temperature in January is typical for the destination. For your suitcase, here is what those numbers call for: light clothing and a cap; sunscreen and sunglasses; comfortable walking shoes.
Is Fernando de Noronha worth visiting in January?
Good time to visit. On our weather comfort index, which weighs rain, heat and humidity from INMET's climate normals, January scores 66 out of 100 and ranks No. 5 among the 12 months. The most comfortable month is November (78) and the least comfortable is March (35). As for crowds, in January they tend to be high.
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