Climate Insights for Volta do Riacho
Região Geográfica Intermediária de Barreiras, Bahia, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Volta do Riacho is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 690 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 153 mm of rainfall. Volta do Riacho 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, August. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 18°C.The climate in Volta do Riacho is hot. The average annual temperature is 80°F and approximately 27.2 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 6 in of rainfall. Volta do Riacho 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, August. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 64°F.
Temperature
Volta do Riacho sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 36°C. October is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 29°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 24°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Volta do Riacho sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 64°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 64°F and an average of 76°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 21°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Volta do Riacho is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 690 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 57 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 153 mm of rainfall. November and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 mm. That's 152 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 Riacho is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 27.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.2 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 6 in of rainfall. November and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 in. That's 6 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 Riacho 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 February, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/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 8km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.Volta do Riacho 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 February, 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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 5mph in winter, 5mph in spring, 3mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Volta do Riacho is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 0 mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 36°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Volta do Riacho is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 0 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 96°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 Volta do Riacho 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 Riacho 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.