Climate Insights for Alto
Região Geográfica Intermediária de Paulo Afonso, Bahia, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Alto is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 450 mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 64 mm of rainfall. Alto 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: February, March, December. The coldest months are July, August, September, when temperatures can drop to 20°C.The climate in Alto is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 17.7 in of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 2.5 in of rainfall. Alto 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: February, March, December. The coldest months are July, August, September, when temperatures can drop to 67°F.
Temperature
Alto sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 34°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Alto sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 67°F to 93°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 93°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 67°F and an average of 74°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Alto is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 450 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 37 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 64 mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 16 mm. That's 48 mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Alto is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 17.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.5 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 2.5 in of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 0.6 in. That's 1.9 in less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Alto is mildly breezy, 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 October, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Alto is moderately windy, 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 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Alto is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 29 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 34°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Alto is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.1 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 93°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Alto 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 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.