Climate Insights for Vila da Palma
Região Geográfica Intermediária de Santa Maria, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Vila da Palma is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 1,413 mm of precipitation falls per year. Vila da Palma receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Vila 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: January, February, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 9°C.The climate in Vila da Palma is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 65°F and approximately 55.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Vila da Palma receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Vila 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: January, February, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 48°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Vila da Palma vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 12°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Vila da Palma vary considerably across the year, with a 38°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 48°F and an average of 54°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Vila da Palma is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,413 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 118 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 198 mm of rainfall. May and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 73 mm. That's 125 mm less than September, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Vila da Palma is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 55.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.6 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 7.8 in of rainfall. May and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 2.9 in. That's 4.9 in less than September, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Vila da Palma 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 October, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Vila da Palma is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Vila da Palma is during February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 73 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 30°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 9°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Vila da Palma is during February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.9 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 86°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 48°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Vila 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 Vila 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.