Climate Insights for Cataguases

Cataguases, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Hottest
February
33°C peak
Coldest
July
15°C low
Wettest
November
443mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Cataguases is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1560mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 443mm of rainfall. Cataguases is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed — summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: February, March, April. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 15°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22° Feb Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 22° Mar Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 22° Apr Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 20° May Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 17° Jun Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 15° Jul Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 15° Aug Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 15° Sep Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 18° Oct Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Nov Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 20° Dec Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 21°
Max
Average
Min

Cataguases sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 33°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 20°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 298mm Feb Precipitation: 178mm Mar Precipitation: 92mm Apr Precipitation: 40mm May Precipitation: 26mm Jun Precipitation: 45mm Jul Precipitation: 8mm Aug Precipitation: 20mm Sep Precipitation: 54mm Oct Precipitation: 106mm Nov Precipitation: 443mm Dec Precipitation: 251mm
Precipitation

Cataguases is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1560mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 130mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 443mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 8mm. That's 435mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 1km/h Mar Wind Speed: 1km/h Apr Wind Speed: 1km/h May Wind Speed: 1km/h Jun Wind Speed: 1km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Cataguases is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Jun 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

61 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Cataguases, which began on June 21, 2026. Cataguases is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in February at around 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 15°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 61 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 18 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 603mm across the season with a monthly average of 201mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 727mm across the season with a monthly average of 242mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 17 to 31°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 157mm for the season, averaging 52mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 15 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 73mm over the season and a monthly average of 24mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 25°
Feb 27°
Mar 26°
Apr 25°
May 22°
Jun 19°
Jul 20°
Aug 21°
Sep 23°
Oct 23°
Nov 24°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Cataguases is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 31mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 33°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Cataguases based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
22 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
298 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
33 °C
1 km/h
178 mm
0 cm
Mar
22 °C
31 °C
1 km/h
92 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
31 °C
1 km/h
40 mm
0 cm
May
17 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
26 mm
0 cm
Jun
15 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
45 mm
0 cm
Jul Current
15 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
8 mm
0 cm
Aug
15 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
20 mm
0 cm
Sep
18 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
54 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
106 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
443 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
251 mm
0 cm
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