Climate Insights for Alcaçuz
Greater Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Alcaçuz is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 975 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 155 mm of rainfall. Alcaçuz sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Alcaçuz is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 38.4 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 6.1 in of rainfall. Alcaçuz sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Alcaçuz has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows.Alcaçuz has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 14°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 81°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 72°F and an average of 77°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 9°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Alcaçuz is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 975 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 81 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 155 mm of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 21 mm. That's 135 mm 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.Alcaçuz is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 38.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.2 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 6.1 in of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 0.8 in. That's 5.3 in 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.
Wind
Alcaçuz is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/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 21km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 19km/h in winter, 20km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.Alcaçuz is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 11mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 13mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 12mph in winter, 12mph in spring, 10mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Alcaçuz is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 34 mm 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 best time to visit Alcaçuz is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 77°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.3 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 86°F. 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 Alcaçuz 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Alcaçuz based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.