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Porto de Galinhas in January

Short answer

In January, Porto de Galinhas averages highs of 31 °C (88 °F) and lows of 23 °C (73 °F), with about 107 mm of rain spread over roughly 11 days. January is one of the rainiest months of the year, so bring a rain jacket and keep some indoor activities in mind. Crowds tend to be high this month.

Climate · INMET (updated 2026)
Most reviewed activity in Porto de GalinhasMaragogi Beach Day Trip★ 9.3 · 25 reviews · from US$ 32 · via CivitatisSee dates and price →
Temperature
31 / 23 °C
high / low
Rain
107 mm
11 days
Daylight
12h34
sunset at 17:46
Crowds
High
1 public holiday

What to expect in Porto de Galinhas in January

Myllena Vieira, editor at Visite
Editor's tip

January finds Porto de Galinhas in the middle of summer. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Highs reach 31 °C (88 °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 rains fairly often, so keep an indoor plan handy for gray days.

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

High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead.

Tours and tickets

Things to do in Porto de Galinhas in January

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Maragogi Beach Day Trip
9.3· 25 reviews

Maragogi Beach Day Trip

Explore the Brazilian Caribbean and discover a slice of paradise on this Maragogi Beach Day Trip! We'll spend the day relaxing on this beautiful beach.

8 h
from US$ 32
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Carneiros Beach Day Trip
8.4· 21 reviews

Carneiros Beach Day Trip

Discover one of the most idyllic places in northeastern Brazil with this trip to Carneiros Beach. A true natural paradise awaits!

8 h
from US$ 26
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Recife & Olinda Day Trip
8.5· 11 reviews

Recife & Olinda Day Trip

Want to explore two gems of northeast Brazil? With this day trip to Recife and Olinda, we'll enjoy the many charms of two cities rich in history and heritage.

10 h
from US$ 24
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Cabo de Santo Agostinho Beaches Day Trip
10· 3 reviews

Cabo de Santo Agostinho Beaches Day Trip

On this day trip to Cabo de Santo Agostinho Beaches, you'll spend a day surrounded by nature and dreamlike scenery in one of Brazil's most beautiful spots.

10 h
from US$ 28
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Porto de Galinhas Jangada Boat Ride
9· 2 reviews

Porto de Galinhas Jangada Boat Ride

Sail along the paradisiac waters of Porto de Galinhas on a traditional jangada boat. Explore one of Brazil's most beautiful areas in a unique way!

1 h
from US$ 17
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Praia de São José da Coroa Grande Day Trip
10· 1 review

Praia de São José da Coroa Grande Day Trip

Make the most of your stay in Porto de Galinhas and discover a beautiful slice of paradise on our day trip to the Praia de São José da Coroa Grande!

9 h
from US$ 32
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Where to stay

Hotels in Porto de Galinhas

January is high season in Porto de Galinhas: 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.

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Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.

What happens in January

No major fixed festivals in January, but public holidays (New Year's Day) bring more people to the destination.

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 31 °C (88 °F) Rain jacket or umbrella · 11 days of rain in the month 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 Porto de Galinhas in January

What is the weather like in Porto de Galinhas in January?
In January, Porto de Galinhas averages highs of 31 °C (88 °F) and lows of 23 °C (73 °F), with about 107 mm of rain spread over roughly 11 days. January is one of the rainiest months of the year, so bring a rain jacket and keep some indoor activities in mind. Crowds tend to be high this month.
Does it rain a lot in Porto de Galinhas in January?
In January, Porto de Galinhas gets about 107 mm of rain spread over around 11 rainy days, one of the driest months. Bring a rain jacket and have an indoor backup plan.
Is January high season in Porto de Galinhas?
Crowds in January tend to be high. High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead.
What is happening in Porto de Galinhas in January?
No major fixed festivals in January, but public holidays (New Year's Day) bring more people to the destination.
Does it usually rain all day in Porto de Galinhas 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 Porto de Galinhas in January: 11 rainy days in a month of 31 days (about 35% of the days) and 107 mm over the month, which works out to an average of about 10 mm per rainy day. Compared with the rest of the year, January is one of the driest months at the destination. Bring a rain jacket and have an indoor backup plan for the rainy days.
What is the temperature in Porto de Galinhas in January, and what should you pack?
According to INMET's climate normals, the average high in Porto de Galinhas in January is 31 °C and the average low is 23 °C, with air humidity of around 74%. 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; rain jacket or umbrella; sunscreen and sunglasses.
Is Porto de Galinhas worth visiting in January?
Fair time to visit. On our weather comfort index, which weighs rain, heat and humidity from INMET's climate normals, January scores 48 out of 100 and ranks No. 4 among the 12 months. The most comfortable month is November (66) and the least comfortable is May (36). As for crowds, in January they tend to be high.
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