Climate Insights for Catende

The climate in Catende is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1009mm of precipitation falls per year. Catende receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Catende sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Catende sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 30°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.

Catende is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1009mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 84mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 139mm of rainfall. May and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 40mm. That's 99mm less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Catende is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently autumn in Catende, which began on March 20, 2026. Catende sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 19°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 12 days from now.

The best time to visit Catende is during August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 69mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 30°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Catende 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.