Climate Insights for Alto do São Francisco

Região Geográfica Intermediária de Caruaru, Pernambuco, Brazil

Hottest
November
30°C peak86°F peak
Coldest
August
18°C low64°F low
Wettest
May
63 mm rain2.5 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Alto do São Francisco is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 401 mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 63 mm of rainfall. Alto do São Francisco sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Alto do São Francisco is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 74°F and approximately 15.8 in of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 2.5 in of rainfall. Alto do São Francisco sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 86°FAverage: 76°FMin: 69°FFebMax: 86°FAverage: 76°FMin: 69°FMarMax: 85°FAverage: 76°FMin: 70°FAprMax: 84°FAverage: 75°FMin: 69°FMayMax: 81°FAverage: 73°FMin: 68°FJunMax: 78°FAverage: 71°FMin: 66°FJulMax: 76°FAverage: 70°FMin: 64°FAugMax: 78°FAverage: 70°FMin: 64°FSepMax: 81°FAverage: 71°FMin: 65°FOctMax: 85°FAverage: 74°FMin: 66°FNovMax: 86°FAverage: 76°FMin: 68°FDecMax: 86°FAverage: 76°FMin: 68°F
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Alto do São Francisco sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 30°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Alto do São Francisco sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 64°F to 86°F. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 64°F and an average of 70°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 42mmFebPrecipitation: 34mmMarPrecipitation: 62mmAprPrecipitation: 46mmMayPrecipitation: 63mmJunPrecipitation: 42mmJulPrecipitation: 28mmAugPrecipitation: 25mmSepPrecipitation: 18mmOctPrecipitation: 9mmNovPrecipitation: 16mmDecPrecipitation: 17mm
Precipitation
0in1in2in3inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.7inFebPrecipitation: 1.3inMarPrecipitation: 2.4inAprPrecipitation: 1.8inMayPrecipitation: 2.5inJunPrecipitation: 1.7inJulPrecipitation: 1.1inAugPrecipitation: 1inSepPrecipitation: 0.7inOctPrecipitation: 0.4inNovPrecipitation: 0.6inDecPrecipitation: 0.7in
Precipitation

Alto do São Francisco is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 401 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 33 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 63 mm of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 9 mm. That's 54 mm less than May, 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 São Francisco is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 15.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.3 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 2.5 in of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 0.4 in. That's 2.1 in less than May, 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

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10km/hFebWind Speed: 10km/hMarWind Speed: 10km/hAprWind Speed: 10km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 13km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 14km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 12km/hDecWind Speed: 12km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Alto do São Francisco is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Alto do São Francisco 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 September, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan24°76°F
Feb25°76°F
Mar25°76°F
Apr24°75°F
May23°73°F
Jun22°71°F
Jul21°70°F
Aug21°70°F
Sep22°71°F
Oct23°74°F
Nov24°76°F
Dec24°76°F

The best time to visit Alto do São Francisco is during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 33 mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Alto do São Francisco is during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 74°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.3 in per month. 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 Alto do São Francisco 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 São Francisco 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
21 °C69 °F
30 °C86 °F
10 km/h6 mph
42 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
21 °C69 °F
30 °C86 °F
10 km/h7 mph
34 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
21 °C70 °F
30 °C85 °F
10 km/h6 mph
62 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
21 °C69 °F
29 °C84 °F
10 km/h6 mph
46 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
May
20 °C68 °F
27 °C81 °F
11 km/h7 mph
63 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
19 °C66 °F
25 °C78 °F
12 km/h7 mph
42 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
18 °C64 °F
25 °C76 °F
13 km/h8 mph
28 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
18 °C64 °F
26 °C78 °F
13 km/h8 mph
25 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
18 °C65 °F
27 °C81 °F
14 km/h8 mph
18 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
19 °C66 °F
29 °C85 °F
13 km/h8 mph
9 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
20 °C68 °F
30 °C86 °F
12 km/h8 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
20 °C68 °F
30 °C86 °F
12 km/h7 mph
17 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in