Climate Insights for Vera Cruz
Região Geográfica Intermediária de Crateús, Ceará, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Vera Cruz is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 684 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 192 mm of rainfall. Vera Cruz sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Vera Cruz is hot. The average annual temperature is 80°F and approximately 26.9 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 7.5 in of rainfall. Vera Cruz sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Vera Cruz sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 35°C. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 35°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 26°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Vera Cruz sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 69°F to 94°F. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 94°F and the mean temperature sits around 83°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 69°F and an average of 78°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Vera Cruz is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 684 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 57 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 192 mm of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 1 mm. That's 190 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.Vera Cruz is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 26.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.2 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 7.6 in of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0 in. That's 7.5 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
Vera Cruz is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/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 16km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.Vera Cruz is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5mph 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 10mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Vera 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 Vera 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.