Climate Insights for Alcântaras
Região Metropolitana de Sobral, Ceará, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Alcântaras is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1,697 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 426 mm of rainfall. Alcântaras sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Alcântaras is hot. The average annual temperature is 80°F and approximately 66.8 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 16.8 in of rainfall. Alcântaras sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Alcântaras sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 34°C. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 26°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Alcântaras sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 71°F to 94°F. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 94°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 71°F and an average of 79°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Alcântaras is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,697 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 141 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 426 mm of rainfall. April and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 5 mm. That's 422 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.Alcântaras is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 66.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.6 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 16.8 in of rainfall. April and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0.2 in. That's 16.6 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
Alcântaras is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 7km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 11km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 7km/h in autumn.Alcântaras is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 4mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 7mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Alcântaras 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 Alcântaras 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.