Climate Insights for Volta
Região Geográfica Intermediária de Petrolina, Pernambuco, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Volta is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 489 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 98 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 19.2 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 3.8 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 October, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 24°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Volta sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 66°F to 94°F. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 94°F and the mean temperature sits around 83°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 66°F and an average of 75°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Volta is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 489 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 41 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 98 mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 2 mm. That's 95 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 is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 19.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.6 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 3.9 in of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0.1 in. That's 3.7 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 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 September, averaging 21km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 10km/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 20km/h in winter, 18km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.Volta 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 September, averaging 13mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6mph 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 12mph in winter, 11mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Volta is during June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 10 mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 34°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Volta is during June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.4 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 94°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 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.