Climate Insights for Irecê

The climate in Irecê is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 617mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 467mm of rainfall. Irecê 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: December, October, March. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 18°C.

Irecê sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 34°C. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 24°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Irecê is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 617mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 51mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 467mm of rainfall. November and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 2mm. That's 466mm less than January, 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.

Irecê 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 September, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 3km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

It is currently winter in Irecê, which began on June 21, 2026. Irecê 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 December at around 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 18°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 61 days from now.

The best time to visit Irecê is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 2mm per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 34°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Irecê 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.