Climate Insights for Várzea Branca
Região Geográfica Intermediária de São Raimundo Nonato, Piauí, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Várzea Branca is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 583 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 127 mm of rainfall. Várzea Branca sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Várzea Branca is hot. The average annual temperature is 80°F and approximately 22.9 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 5 in of rainfall. Várzea Branca sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Várzea Branca sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 35°C. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 35°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 25°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Várzea Branca sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 66°F to 95°F. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 95°F and the mean temperature sits around 84°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 66°F and an average of 77°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Várzea Branca is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 583 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 49 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 127 mm of rainfall. March and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1 mm. That's 127 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.Várzea Branca is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 22.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.9 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 5 in of rainfall. March and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 5 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
Várzea Branca 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 September, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/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 13km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.Várzea Branca is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph 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 8mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Várzea Branca 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 Várzea Branca 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.