Climate Overview
The climate in Palmas is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1739mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 346mm of rainfall. Palmas 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: September, August, July. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 20°C.
Temperature
Palmas sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 36°C. September is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 30°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 27°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between July and August, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Palmas is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1739mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 145mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 346mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1mm. That's 345mm 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.
Wind
Palmas 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 July, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, 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
92 days until Spring
It is currently winter in Palmas, which began on June 21, 2026. Palmas 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 September at around 36°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 20°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 23 to 36°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 346mm across the season with a monthly average of 115mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 23 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 906mm across the season with a monthly average of 302mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 23 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 481mm across the season with a monthly average of 160mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 20 to 36°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 6mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Palmas 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.
