Climate Insights for Alto do Lagoa
Região Geográfica Intermediária de Presidente Dutra, Maranhão, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Alto do Lagoa is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1,166 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 252 mm of rainfall. Alto do Lagoa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Alto do Lagoa is hot. The average annual temperature is 80°F and approximately 45.9 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 9.9 in of rainfall. Alto do Lagoa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Alto do Lagoa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 36°C. September is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 29°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 27°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Alto do Lagoa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 71°F to 96°F. September is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 96°F and an average of 84°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 71°F and an average of 80°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Alto do Lagoa is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,166 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 97 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 252 mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1 mm. That's 251 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.Alto do Lagoa is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 45.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.8 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 9.9 in of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 9.9 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
Alto do Lagoa is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 6km/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, 8km/h in spring, 5km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.Alto do Lagoa is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 3mph, 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, 5mph in spring, 3mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Alto do Lagoa 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 do Lagoa 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.