Climate Insights for Manaus
Greater Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Manaus is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 2,685 mm of precipitation falls per year. Manaus receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Manaus sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Manaus is hot. The average annual temperature is 81°F and approximately 105.7 in of precipitation falls per year. Manaus receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Manaus sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Manaus has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 25°C and an average of 27°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows.Manaus has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 16°F range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 92°F and the mean temperature sits around 84°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 76°F and an average of 80°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Manaus is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,685 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 224 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 384 mm of rainfall. April and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 56 mm. That's 327 mm less than March, 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.Manaus is a very wet location, receiving approximately 105.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8.8 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 15.1 in of rainfall. April and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 2.2 in. That's 12.9 in less than March, 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
Manaus 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 February, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Manaus is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 3mph, 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.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Manaus 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 Manaus 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.