Climate Insights for Volta Grande
Região Geográfica Intermediária de Picos, Piauí, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Volta Grande is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 462 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 107 mm of rainfall. Volta Grande sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Volta Grande is hot. The average annual temperature is 80°F and approximately 18.2 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 4.2 in of rainfall. Volta Grande sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Volta Grande sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 35°C. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 35°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 25°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Volta Grande sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 67°F to 95°F. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 95°F and the mean temperature sits around 84°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 67°F and an average of 77°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Volta Grande is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 462 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 39 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 107 mm of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1 mm. That's 106 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 Grande is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 18.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.5 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 4.2 in of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 4.2 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 Grande is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/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 21km/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 11km/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 21km/h in winter, 18km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.Volta Grande is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. 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 13mph in winter, 11mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Volta Grande 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 Grande 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.