Climate Insights for Aratuípe
Região Geográfica Intermediária de Santo Antônio de Jesus, Bahia, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Aratuípe is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1,306 mm of precipitation falls per year. Aratuípe receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Aratuípe 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 August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 20°C.The climate in Aratuípe is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 77°F and approximately 51.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Aratuípe receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Aratuípe 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 August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 68°F.
Temperature
Aratuípe has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 23°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows.Aratuípe sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 68°F to 87°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 68°F and an average of 73°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Aratuípe is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,306 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 109 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 151 mm of rainfall. April and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 75 mm. That's 76 mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Aratuípe is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 51.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.3 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 5.9 in of rainfall. April and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 3 in. That's 3 in less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Aratuípe is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/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 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Aratuípe is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Aratuípe is during September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 80 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 30°C, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 20°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Aratuípe is during September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.1 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 87°F, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 68°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Aratuípe 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 Aratuípe 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.