Climate Insights for João Pessoa
Centro, Região Metropolitana de João Pessoa, Paraíba, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in João Pessoa is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1,026 mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 147 mm of rainfall. João Pessoa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in João Pessoa is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 40.4 in of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 5.8 in of rainfall. João Pessoa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
João Pessoa has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°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 22°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows.João Pessoa has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 14°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 81°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 72°F and an average of 76°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 9°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
João Pessoa is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,026 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 85 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 147 mm of rainfall. March and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 29 mm. That's 118 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.João Pessoa is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 40.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.3 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 5.8 in of rainfall. March and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 1.1 in. That's 4.6 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
João Pessoa is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 12km/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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 16km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.João Pessoa is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, 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 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 10mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit João Pessoa is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 55 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 30°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit João Pessoa is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.2 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 86°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 João Pessoa 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 João Pessoa 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.