Climate Insights for Volta do Rio
Região Geográfica Intermediária de Crateús, Ceará, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Volta do Rio is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 680 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 189 mm of rainfall. Volta do Rio sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Volta do Rio is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 26.8 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 7.4 in of rainfall. Volta do Rio sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Volta do Rio sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 34°C. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 25°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Volta do Rio sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 69°F to 93°F. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 93°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°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
Volta do Rio is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 680 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 57 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 189 mm of rainfall. April and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 1 mm. That's 188 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.Volta do Rio is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 26.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.2 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 7.4 in of rainfall. April and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0 in. That's 7.4 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
Volta do Rio is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/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 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 9km/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 15km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.Volta do Rio 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 September, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 5mph 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 9mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Volta do Rio 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 Rio 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.