Climate Insights for Piracuruca

The climate in Piracuruca is cold. The average annual temperature is -33°C and approximately 240mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Piracuruca sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year. Piracuruca experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperatures in Piracuruca vary considerably across the year, with a 23°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at -19°C with a mean of -21°C. May brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -42°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 June and July, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.

Piracuruca is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 240mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 20mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 33mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 0mm. That's 33mm less than July, 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. Piracuruca receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 240cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is July, with approximately 33cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Piracuruca is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 11km/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 10km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 4km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.

It is currently winter in Piracuruca, which began on June 21, 2026. Piracuruca sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in January at around -19°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in May near -42°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (16 days from now).

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Piracuruca 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.