Climate Insights for Volta
Região Geográfica Intermediária de Arapiraca, Alagoas, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Volta is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 454 mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 64 mm of rainfall. Volta sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Volta is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 17.9 in of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 2.5 in of rainfall. Volta sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Volta sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 34°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Volta sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 67°F to 93°F. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 93°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 67°F and an average of 74°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Volta is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 454 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 38 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 64 mm of rainfall. March and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 6 mm. That's 58 mm less than May, 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 is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 17.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.5 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 2.5 in of rainfall. March and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 0.2 in. That's 2.3 in less than May, 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 is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Volta 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 April, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Volta is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 39 mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 34°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Volta is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 74°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.5 in per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 93°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Volta 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 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.