Climate Insights for Araruama

Região Geográfica Intermediária de Macaé-Rio das Ostras-Cabo Frio, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Hottest
February
29°C peak84°F peak
Coldest
July
18°C low65°F low
Wettest
November
172 mm rain6.8 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Araruama is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1,212 mm of precipitation falls per year. Araruama receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Araruama 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, January, March. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 18°C.The climate in Araruama is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 74°F and approximately 47.7 in of precipitation falls per year. Araruama receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Araruama 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, January, March. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 65°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 29°Average: 26°Min: 24°FebMax: 29°Average: 26°Min: 24°MarMax: 29°Average: 26°Min: 24°AprMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 22°MayMax: 26°Average: 23°Min: 20°JunMax: 25°Average: 22°Min: 19°JulMax: 24°Average: 21°Min: 18°AugMax: 24°Average: 21°Min: 19°SepMax: 26°Average: 22°Min: 20°OctMax: 26°Average: 23°Min: 21°NovMax: 26°Average: 24°Min: 21°DecMax: 28°Average: 25°Min: 23°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 84°FAverage: 79°FMin: 75°FFebMax: 84°FAverage: 79°FMin: 75°FMarMax: 84°FAverage: 79°FMin: 74°FAprMax: 81°FAverage: 76°FMin: 72°FMayMax: 78°FAverage: 73°FMin: 68°FJunMax: 77°FAverage: 71°FMin: 66°FJulMax: 76°FAverage: 70°FMin: 65°FAugMax: 76°FAverage: 70°FMin: 65°FSepMax: 78°FAverage: 72°FMin: 68°FOctMax: 78°FAverage: 74°FMin: 70°FNovMax: 79°FAverage: 74°FMin: 71°FDecMax: 82°FAverage: 77°FMin: 73°F
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Araruama sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 29°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 21°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows.Araruama sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 65°F to 84°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 79°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 65°F and an average of 70°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 9°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 166mmFebPrecipitation: 141mmMarPrecipitation: 137mmAprPrecipitation: 73mmMayPrecipitation: 61mmJunPrecipitation: 39mmJulPrecipitation: 33mmAugPrecipitation: 63mmSepPrecipitation: 53mmOctPrecipitation: 107mmNovPrecipitation: 172mmDecPrecipitation: 168mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 6.5inFebPrecipitation: 5.5inMarPrecipitation: 5.4inAprPrecipitation: 2.9inMayPrecipitation: 2.4inJunPrecipitation: 1.5inJulPrecipitation: 1.3inAugPrecipitation: 2.5inSepPrecipitation: 2.1inOctPrecipitation: 4.2inNovPrecipitation: 6.8inDecPrecipitation: 6.6in
Precipitation

Araruama is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,212 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 101 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 172 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 33 mm. That's 139 mm less than November, 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.Araruama is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 47.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 6.8 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.3 in. That's 5.5 in less than November, 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/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12km/hFebWind Speed: 11km/hMarWind Speed: 11km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 14km/hSepWind Speed: 16km/hOctWind Speed: 15km/hNovWind Speed: 14km/hDecWind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 10mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Araruama 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 September, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Araruama is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, 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 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan26°79°F
Feb26°79°F
Mar26°79°F
Apr24°76°F
May23°73°F
Jun22°71°F
Jul21°70°F
Aug21°70°F
Sep22°72°F
Oct23°74°F
Nov24°74°F
Dec25°77°F

The best time to visit Araruama is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 54 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 29°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Araruama is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 72°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.1 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 84°F. 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 Araruama 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 Araruama 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
24 °C75 °F
29 °C84 °F
12 km/h7 mph
166 mm6.5 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
24 °C75 °F
29 °C84 °F
11 km/h7 mph
141 mm5.5 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
24 °C74 °F
29 °C84 °F
11 km/h7 mph
137 mm5.4 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
22 °C72 °F
27 °C81 °F
11 km/h7 mph
73 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
May
20 °C68 °F
26 °C78 °F
11 km/h7 mph
61 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
19 °C66 °F
25 °C77 °F
11 km/h7 mph
39 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
18 °C65 °F
24 °C76 °F
12 km/h7 mph
33 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
19 °C65 °F
24 °C76 °F
14 km/h9 mph
63 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
20 °C68 °F
26 °C78 °F
16 km/h10 mph
53 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
21 °C70 °F
26 °C78 °F
15 km/h9 mph
107 mm4.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
21 °C71 °F
26 °C79 °F
14 km/h8 mph
172 mm6.8 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
23 °C73 °F
28 °C82 °F
12 km/h7 mph
168 mm6.6 in
0 cm0 in