Climate Insights for Alto da Madalena
Região Geográfica Intermediária de Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Alto da Madalena is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 1,466 mm of precipitation falls per year. Alto da Madalena receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Alto da Madalena 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: January, February, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 9°C.The climate in Alto da Madalena is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 65°F and approximately 57.7 in of precipitation falls per year. Alto da Madalena receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Alto da Madalena 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: January, February, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 48°F.
Temperature
Alto da Madalena sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 9°C to 29°C. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 13°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Alto da Madalena vary considerably across the year, with a 37°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 75°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 48°F and an average of 55°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Alto da Madalena is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,466 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 122 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 196 mm of rainfall. May and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 96 mm. That's 100 mm less than September, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Alto da Madalena is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 57.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.8 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 7.7 in of rainfall. May and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 3.8 in. That's 3.9 in less than September, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Alto da Madalena is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Alto da Madalena is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Alto da Madalena is during February and April, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 96 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 29°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 9°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Alto da Madalena is during February and April, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 70°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.8 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 85°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 48°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Alto da Madalena 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 Alto da Madalena 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.