Climate Insights for Alto do Rodrigues
Região Geográfica Intermediária de Mossoró, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Alto do Rodrigues is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 657 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 179 mm of rainfall. Alto do Rodrigues sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Alto do Rodrigues is hot. The average annual temperature is 82°F and approximately 25.8 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 7.1 in of rainfall. Alto do Rodrigues sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Alto do Rodrigues sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 22°C to 35°C. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 35°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 28°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Alto do Rodrigues sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 72°F to 95°F. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 95°F and the mean temperature sits around 84°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 72°F and an average of 82°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Alto do Rodrigues is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 657 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 55 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 179 mm of rainfall. April and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 1 mm. That's 178 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 Rodrigues is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 25.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.2 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 7 in of rainfall. April and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0 in. That's 7 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 Rodrigues 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 April, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 9km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Alto do Rodrigues is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. 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 April, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Alto do Rodrigues 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 Rodrigues 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.