Climate Insights for Vila Rica
Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Vila Rica is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 1,634 mm of precipitation falls per year. Vila Rica receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Vila Rica 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 Rica is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 66°F and approximately 64.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Vila Rica receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Vila Rica 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
Vila Rica sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 9°C to 29°C. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 14°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.Vila Rica sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 48°F to 84°F. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 75°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 48°F and an average of 57°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 6°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Vila Rica is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,634 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 136 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 210 mm of rainfall. May and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 90 mm. That's 120 mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Vila Rica is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 64.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.4 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 8.3 in of rainfall. May and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3.5 in. That's 4.7 in less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Vila Rica is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Vila Rica is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 5mph, 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 Rica is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 93 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 29°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 Rica is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.7 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 84°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 Rica 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 Rica 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.