Climate Insights for Nova Iguaçu
Região Metropolitana do Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Nova Iguaçu is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1,252 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 218 mm of rainfall. Nova Iguaçu 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: February, January, March. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 15°C.The climate in Nova Iguaçu is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 74°F and approximately 49.3 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 8.6 in of rainfall. Nova Iguaçu 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: February, January, March. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 60°F.
Temperature
Nova Iguaçu sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 31°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 20°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Nova Iguaçu sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 60°F to 89°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 89°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 60°F and an average of 68°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Nova Iguaçu is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,252 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 104 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 218 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 23 mm. That's 195 mm less than January, 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.Nova Iguaçu is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 49.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.1 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 8.6 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.9 in. That's 7.7 in less than January, 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
Nova Iguaçu 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 September, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, 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 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Nova Iguaçu 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 September, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, 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.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Nova Iguaçu is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 46 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Nova Iguaçu is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.8 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 89°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Nova Iguaçu 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 Nova Iguaçu 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.