Climate Insights for Várzea da Cruz

Região Geográfica Intermediária de Picos, Piauí, Brazil

Hottest
October
38°C peak100°F peak
Coldest
July
22°C low72°F low
Wettest
March
135 mm rain5.3 in rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Várzea da Cruz is hot. The average annual temperature is 29°C and approximately 550 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 135 mm of rainfall. Várzea da Cruz sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Várzea da Cruz is hot. The average annual temperature is 84°F and approximately 21.6 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 5.3 in of rainfall. Várzea da Cruz sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 33°Average: 28°Min: 24°FebMax: 32°Average: 28°Min: 24°MarMax: 32°Average: 27°Min: 24°AprMax: 33°Average: 28°Min: 24°MayMax: 34°Average: 29°Min: 24°JunMax: 34°Average: 28°Min: 23°JulMax: 34°Average: 28°Min: 22°AugMax: 35°Average: 29°Min: 23°SepMax: 37°Average: 31°Min: 25°OctMax: 38°Average: 32°Min: 26°NovMax: 36°Average: 31°Min: 26°DecMax: 35°Average: 29°Min: 25°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 91°FAverage: 82°FMin: 75°FFebMax: 90°FAverage: 82°FMin: 75°FMarMax: 90°FAverage: 81°FMin: 75°FAprMax: 91°FAverage: 82°FMin: 75°FMayMax: 93°FAverage: 83°FMin: 75°FJunMax: 93°FAverage: 82°FMin: 73°FJulMax: 93°FAverage: 82°FMin: 72°FAugMax: 96°FAverage: 85°FMin: 73°FSepMax: 98°FAverage: 87°FMin: 76°FOctMax: 100°FAverage: 89°FMin: 79°FNovMax: 97°FAverage: 87°FMin: 79°FDecMax: 94°FAverage: 85°FMin: 78°F
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Várzea da Cruz sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 22°C to 38°C. October is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 38°C and an average of 32°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 28°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Várzea da Cruz sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 72°F to 100°F. October is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 100°F and an average of 89°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 72°F and an average of 82°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 118mmFebPrecipitation: 110mmMarPrecipitation: 135mmAprPrecipitation: 68mmMayPrecipitation: 13mmJunPrecipitation: 3mmJulPrecipitation: 1mmAugPrecipitation: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 14mmNovPrecipitation: 32mmDecPrecipitation: 55mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.7inFebPrecipitation: 4.3inMarPrecipitation: 5.3inAprPrecipitation: 2.7inMayPrecipitation: 0.5inJunPrecipitation: 0.1inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.6inNovPrecipitation: 1.3inDecPrecipitation: 2.2in
Precipitation

Várzea da Cruz is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 550 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 46 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 135 mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 mm. That's 135 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.Várzea da Cruz is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 21.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.8 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 5.3 in of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 5.3 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

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 7km/hMarWind Speed: 7km/hAprWind Speed: 8km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 15km/hJulWind Speed: 16km/hAugWind Speed: 16km/hSepWind Speed: 16km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 10km/hDecWind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 5mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 10mphAugWind Speed: 10mphSepWind Speed: 10mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 6mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Várzea da Cruz 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 July, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 10km/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 16km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 7km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.Várzea da Cruz 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 July, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 6mph 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 10mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Várzea da Cruz 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 da Cruz 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
24 °C75 °F
33 °C91 °F
6 km/h4 mph
118 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
24 °C75 °F
32 °C90 °F
7 km/h4 mph
110 mm4.3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
24 °C75 °F
32 °C90 °F
7 km/h4 mph
135 mm5.3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
24 °C75 °F
33 °C91 °F
8 km/h5 mph
68 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
24 °C75 °F
34 °C93 °F
12 km/h8 mph
13 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
23 °C73 °F
34 °C93 °F
15 km/h9 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
22 °C72 °F
34 °C93 °F
16 km/h10 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
23 °C73 °F
35 °C96 °F
16 km/h10 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
25 °C76 °F
37 °C98 °F
16 km/h10 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
26 °C79 °F
38 °C100 °F
13 km/h8 mph
14 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
26 °C79 °F
36 °C97 °F
10 km/h6 mph
32 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
25 °C78 °F
35 °C94 °F
8 km/h5 mph
55 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in