City in Ceará, Brazil
Fortaleza weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Fortaleza
Jul–Dec is dry and windy, with kite season on. Feb–May is rainy and humid; New Year, Carnival and July are busiest.
Fortaleza weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan29°128 mm
- Feb29°155 mm
- Mar29°223 mm
- Apr28°249 mm
- May29°145 mm
- Jun28°90 mm
- Jul29°44 mm
- Aug29°9 mm
- Sep30°3 mm
- Oct30°5 mm
- Nov30°7 mm
- Dec30°24 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C85°F | 26°C78°F | 128 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| February | 29°C84°F | 26°C79°F | 155 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| March | 29°C84°F | 26°C79°F | 223 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| April | 28°C83°F | 26°C79°F | 249 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| May | 29°C84°F | 26°C78°F | 145 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| June | 28°C83°F | 25°C77°F | 90 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| July | 29°C83°F | 24°C76°F | 44 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| August | 29°C84°F | 24°C76°F | 9 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| September | 30°C85°F | 25°C76°F | 3 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| October | 30°C85°F | 25°C77°F | 5 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| November | 30°C86°F | 26°C78°F | 7 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| December | 30°C86°F | 26°C79°F | 24 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
Best months across Brazil
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Rio de Janeiro | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Feb (29°C) |
| São Paulo | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Oct (27°C) |
| Foz do Iguaçu | Mar–May, Aug–Oct | Jan (32°C) |
| Florianópolis | Feb–Apr, Nov–Dec | Feb (29°C) |
| Salvador | Sep–Feb | Mar (31°C) |
| Jericoacoara | Jul–Dec | Oct (35°C) |
| Ilha Grande | Apr–Jun, Aug–Oct | Jan (30°C) |
| Paraty | Apr–Jun, Aug–Oct | Feb (32°C) |
| Búzios | Apr–Jun, Sep–Nov | Feb (29°C) |
| Fernando de Noronha | Aug–Dec | Apr (28°C) |
| Recife | Sep–Feb | Feb (31°C) |
| Fortaleza | Jul–Dec | Nov (30°C) |
| Manaus | Jun–Oct | Sep (33°C) |
| Pipa | Sep–Feb | Mar (29°C) |
| Natal | Sep–Feb | Mar (29°C) |
| Maceió | Sep–Feb | Mar (30°C) |
| Belo Horizonte | May–Sep | Oct (30°C) |
| Brasília | May–Sep | Sep (31°C) |
| Itacaré | Oct–Mar | Mar (28°C) |
| Morro de São Paulo | Sep–Mar | Mar (29°C) |
| Chapada Diamantina | May–Sep | Oct (34°C) |
| Lençóis Maranhenses | Jun–Sep | Sep (31°C) |
| Bonito | Apr–Sep | Oct (34°C) |
| Ouro Preto | Apr–Sep | Oct (28°C) |
| Curitiba | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Dec (26°C) |
| Porto Alegre | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Feb (29°C) |
| Belém | Jul–Nov | Oct (33°C) |
| Balneário Camboriú | Nov–Mar | Feb (29°C) |
| Porto de Galinhas | Sep–Feb | Mar (30°C) |
| Gramado | May–Aug, Dec | Jan (24°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Fortaleza?
Jul–Dec. Jul–Dec is dry and windy, with kite season on. Feb–May is rainy and humid; New Year, Carnival and July are busiest.
When is the rainy season in Fortaleza?
Rain peaks in April with about 249 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Feb–Apr.
What is the hottest month in Fortaleza?
November, with average highs of 30°C (86°F).
How cold does Fortaleza get?
The coolest nights are in August, averaging 24°C (76°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.