Salvador weather in January
January in Salvador: hot, a little rain, with clean air — one of the best months to visit.
#2 of 12 months in Salvador · #89 of 604 destinations to visit in January · comfort 86/100 (tier A)
Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
Salvador climate normals — January
| Daytime high | 29°C / 83°F | 🥵 hot |
|---|---|---|
| Nighttime low | 25°C / 77°F | |
| Feels like (high) | 33°C / 91°F | |
| Rainfall | 57 mm / 2.2 in | 🌦 some rain |
| Rainy days | 14 days | |
| Humidity | 78% | 💦 very humid |
| Dew point | 22°C / 72°F | |
| Sunshine | 11.4 h/day | |
| Daylight | 12.8 h | |
| Wind | 20 km/h / 12 mph | |
| Air quality (US AQI) | 36 | 🍃 good |
Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.
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Salvador in January — FAQ
- Is January a good time to visit Salvador?
- January in Salvador: hot, a little rain, with clean air — one of the best months to visit. It ranks #2 of 12 months for Salvador on SeasonMap's comfort score (86/100).
- What is the weather like in Salvador in January?
- In January, Salvador averages a daily high of 28.6°C and a low of 25°C, with about 57 mm of rain over roughly 14.4 rainy days.
- What is the air quality in Salvador in January?
- Salvador has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 36 in January.