Climate Insights for Santana do Ipanema

The climate in Santana do Ipanema is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 446mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 66mm of rainfall. Santana do Ipanema sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Santana do Ipanema sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 35°C. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 35°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 24°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Santana do Ipanema is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 446mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 37mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 66mm of rainfall. June and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 11mm. That's 55mm less than March, 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.

Santana do Ipanema is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/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 May, 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 winter in Santana do Ipanema, which began on June 21, 2026. Santana do Ipanema sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in December at around 35°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 20°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.

The best time to visit Santana do Ipanema 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 48mm per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 35°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 Santana do Ipanema 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.