Climate Insights for Maceió

The climate in Maceió is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1124mm of precipitation falls per year. Maceió receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Maceió sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Maceió has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 7°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows.

Maceió is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1124mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 94mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 190mm of rainfall. May and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 34mm. That's 156mm less than June, 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.

Maceió is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently autumn in Maceió, which began on March 20, 2026. Maceió sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 22°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Maceió is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 57mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 29°C, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 22°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Maceió 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.