Climate Insights for Zé Carlos
Região Geográfica Intermediária de Caxias, Maranhão, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Zé Carlos is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1,065 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 268 mm of rainfall. Zé Carlos sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Zé Carlos is hot. The average annual temperature is 81°F and approximately 41.9 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 10.6 in of rainfall. Zé Carlos sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Zé Carlos sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 22°C to 36°C. September 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 22°C and an average of 27°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Zé Carlos sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 71°F to 97°F. September is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 97°F and an average of 85°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 71°F and an average of 81°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Zé Carlos is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,065 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 89 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 268 mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 2 mm. That's 267 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.Zé Carlos is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 41.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.5 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 10.6 in of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.1 in. That's 10.5 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
Zé Carlos 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 July, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 5km/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 10km/h in winter, 7km/h in spring, 5km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.Zé Carlos is mildly breezy, 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 July, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 3mph 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 6mph in winter, 5mph in spring, 3mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Zé Carlos 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 Zé Carlos 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.