Climate Insights for Cocal

Cocal, Piauí, Brazil

Hottest
January
-20°C peak
Coldest
December
-58°C low
Wettest
April
33mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Cocal is cold. The average annual temperature is -36°C and approximately 212mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Cocal sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year. Cocal experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through August.

Temperature

-60° -50° -40° -30° -20° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -20° Average: -26° Min: -31° Feb Max: -29° Average: -31° Min: -35° Mar Max: -23° Average: -24° Min: -26° Apr Max: -21° Average: -23° Min: -25° May Max: -23° Average: -24° Min: -25° Jun Max: -24° Average: -25° Min: -27° Jul Max: -31° Average: -33° Min: -36° Aug Max: -28° Average: -30° Min: -32° Sep Max: -42° Average: -46° Min: -49° Oct Max: -53° Average: -54° Min: -55° Nov Max: -56° Average: -57° Min: -57° Dec Max: -56° Average: -57° Min: -58°
Max
Average
Min

Cocal has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at -20°C with a mean of -26°C. December brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -58°C and an average temperature of -57°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 16°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 33mm Feb Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 33mm Mar Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 33mm Apr Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 33mm May Precipitation: 23mm Snow: 23mm Jun Precipitation: 26mm Snow: 26mm Jul Precipitation: 30mm Snow: 30mm Aug Precipitation: 1mm Snow: 1mm Sep Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow

Cocal is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 212mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 18mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 33mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0mm. That's 33mm less than January, 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. Cocal receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 212cm annually from January through August. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 33cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 3km/h Feb Wind Speed: 9km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 5km/h May Wind Speed: 6km/h Jun Wind Speed: 7km/h Jul Wind Speed: 4km/h Aug Wind Speed: 7km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 8km/h Nov Wind Speed: 8km/h Dec Wind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed

Cocal is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 7km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

16 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Cocal, which began on June 21, 2026. Cocal sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in January at around -20°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near -58°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (16 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from -57 to -42°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from -58 to -20°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 66mm over the season and a monthly average of 22mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -26 to -21°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 89mm over the season and a monthly average of 30mm. Expect around 89cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -36 to -24°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 58mm over the season and a monthly average of 19mm. Expect around 58cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential. Exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Cocal 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-31 °C
-20 °C
3 km/h
33 mm
33 cm
Feb
-35 °C
-29 °C
9 km/h
33 mm
33 cm
Mar
-26 °C
-23 °C
4 km/h
33 mm
33 cm
Apr
-25 °C
-21 °C
5 km/h
33 mm
33 cm
May
-25 °C
-23 °C
6 km/h
23 mm
23 cm
Jun
-27 °C
-24 °C
7 km/h
26 mm
26 cm
Jul
-36 °C
-31 °C
4 km/h
30 mm
30 cm
Aug
-32 °C
-28 °C
7 km/h
1 mm
1 cm
Sep Current
-49 °C
-42 °C
6 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Oct
-55 °C
-53 °C
8 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Nov
-57 °C
-56 °C
8 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Dec
-58 °C
-56 °C
10 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
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