Lençóis in January

Listed as a month to avoid: Dec–Mar (rain; trails muddy, some pools unsafe after heavy rain).

January is rated avoid. These months rate higher:

• AprilGreatInside Lençóis's best window: Apr–Oct (dry season; clear trails, cooler nights).
• MayGreatInside Lençóis's best window: Apr–Oct (dry season; clear trails, cooler nights).
• JuneGreatInside Lençóis's best window: Apr–Oct (dry season; clear trails, cooler nights).
• JulyGreatInside Lençóis's best window: Apr–Oct (dry season; clear trails, cooler nights).

• LençóisHighs around 31 °C (88 °F), lows around 20 °C (68 °F), rain on about 14 daysHighs around 88 °F (31 °C), lows around 68 °F (20 °C), rain on about 14 days
• North coast and dunes, Brazil · Fortaleza, Jericoacoara, Lençóis Maranhensesfine

  Rain February–May fills the Lençóis lagoons, best to swim June–September; kitesurf wind July–January.

Dates as our data lists them. Moving holidays (lunar and Islamic calendars, Easter) shift every year: check the date for your year before you build a trip on it.

• New Year (Réveillon) big impact

  1 Jan · Brazil

  Copacabana fireworks with millions on the beach; Rio booked out.

Crowds · Brazil overall

High

Prices · Brazil overall

High

Brazil overall: Peak summer holidays: hot, humid, stormy in Rio; beaches and flights full; Northeast dry and sunny.

High-price month: see what to book ahead.

Weather, crowds and prices for any two months in Lençóis, side by side.

• Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen
• A rain jacket or umbrella and shoes that dry fast

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