Climate Insights for Maracanaú

The climate in Maracanaú is cold. The average annual temperature is -33°C and approximately 293mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Maracanaú sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year. Maracanaú experiences heavy snowfall, typically from March through December.

Maracanaú sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -41°C to -25°C. May is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at -25°C with a mean of -26°C. October brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -41°C and an average temperature of -40°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between January and February, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.

Maracanaú is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 293mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 24mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 33mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0mm. That's 33mm 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. Maracanaú receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 294cm annually from March through December. The snowiest month is May, with approximately 33cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Maracanaú is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 13km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 15km/h in winter, 6km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.

It is currently winter in Maracanaú, which began on June 21, 2026. Maracanaú sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in May at around -25°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in October near -41°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 16 days from now.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Maracanaú 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.