Climate Insights for Volta do Caldeirão
Região Geográfica Intermediária de São Raimundo Nonato, Piauí, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Volta do Caldeirão is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 477 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 109 mm of rainfall. Volta do Caldeirão sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Volta do Caldeirão is hot. The average annual temperature is 81°F and approximately 18.8 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 4.3 in of rainfall. Volta do Caldeirão sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Volta do Caldeirão sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 35°C. October is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 35°C and an average of 29°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 26°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Volta do Caldeirão sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 68°F to 96°F. October is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 96°F and an average of 85°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 68°F and an average of 78°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Volta do Caldeirão is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 477 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 40 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 109 mm of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1 mm. That's 108 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.Volta do Caldeirão is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 18.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.6 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 4.3 in of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 4.3 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
Volta do Caldeirão is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/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 20km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 10km/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 20km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Volta do Caldeirão 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 July, averaging 13mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 7mph 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 12mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Volta do Caldeirão 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 Volta do Caldeirão 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.