Climate Insights for Várzea da Palma
Região Geográfica Intermediária de Montes Claros, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Várzea da Palma is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 678 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 161 mm of rainfall. Várzea da Palma 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: October, September, March. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 15°C.The climate in Várzea da Palma is hot. The average annual temperature is 77°F and approximately 26.7 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 6.3 in of rainfall. Várzea da Palma 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: October, September, March. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 59°F.
Temperature
Várzea da Palma sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 34°C. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Várzea da Palma sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 59°F to 93°F. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 93°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 59°F and an average of 71°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 21°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Várzea da Palma is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 678 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 56 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 161 mm of rainfall. December and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 mm. That's 161 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 da Palma is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 26.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.2 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 6.3 in of rainfall. December and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 6.3 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 da Palma is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Várzea da Palma 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 5mph, 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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Várzea da Palma is during May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 2 mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 34°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Várzea da Palma is during May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 73°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.1 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 93°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Várzea da Palma 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 Palma 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.