Climate Insights for Natal
Lagoa Seca, Greater Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Natal is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1,305 mm of precipitation falls per year. Natal receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Natal sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Natal is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 51.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Natal receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Natal sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Natal has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 6°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 23°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows.Natal has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 81°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 74°F and an average of 77°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Natal is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,305 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 109 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 195 mm of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 32 mm. That's 162 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.Natal is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 51.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.3 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 7.7 in of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 1.3 in. That's 6.4 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
Natal is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 21km/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 26km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 10km/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 24km/h in winter, 24km/h in spring, 20km/h in summer, 18km/h in autumn.Natal is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 13mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 16mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 10mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6mph 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 15mph in winter, 15mph in spring, 12mph in summer, 11mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Natal 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 Natal 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.