Climate Overview
The climate in Montes Claros is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 333mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Montes Claros is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: October, September, December. The coldest months are May, June, July, when temperatures can drop to -3°C. Snowfall occurs from March to August, with around 166cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Montes Claros has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. October is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 7°C with a mean of 7°C. The coldest month is May, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 0°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between July and August, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Montes Claros is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 333mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 28mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 33mm of rainfall. May and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 6mm. That's 27mm less than April, 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from March to August, with around 166cm accumulating over the season. April typically sees the most snow at around 33cm.
Wind
Montes Claros is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/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 11km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.
Seasons
16 days until Spring
It is currently winter in Montes Claros, which began on June 21, 2026. Montes Claros is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed: spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in October at around 7°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in May near -3°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (16 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 3 to 7°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 2 to 7°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 47mm over the season and a monthly average of 16mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -3 to 2°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 89mm over the season and a monthly average of 30mm. Expect around 68cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -2 to 6°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Expect around 98cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Montes Claros 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.
