City in Pernambuco, Brazil
Recife weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Recife
Sep–Feb is drier and sunny. Mar–Aug is the rainy season with downpours and flooding; Carnival (Feb/Mar) is the biggest event and fills hotels.
Recife weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan31°85 mm
- Feb31°94 mm
- Mar31°124 mm
- Apr30°170 mm
- May29°203 mm
- Jun28°261 mm
- Jul27°206 mm
- Aug27°115 mm
- Sep28°58 mm
- Oct29°36 mm
- Nov30°24 mm
- Dec31°38 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C87°F | 24°C76°F | 85 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| February | 31°C87°F | 25°C76°F | 94 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| March | 31°C87°F | 25°C77°F | 124 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| April | 30°C86°F | 25°C77°F | 170 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| May | 29°C84°F | 24°C76°F | 203 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| June | 28°C82°F | 23°C74°F | 261 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| July | 27°C80°F | 23°C73°F | 206 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| August | 27°C80°F | 22°C72°F | 115 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| September | 28°C82°F | 22°C72°F | 58 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| October | 29°C85°F | 23°C74°F | 36 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| November | 30°C87°F | 24°C75°F | 24 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| December | 31°C87°F | 24°C76°F | 38 mm | 70% | 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 Recife?
Sep–Feb. Sep–Feb is drier and sunny. Mar–Aug is the rainy season with downpours and flooding; Carnival (Feb/Mar) is the biggest event and fills hotels.
When is the rainy season in Recife?
Rain peaks in June with about 261 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Apr–Jul.
What is the hottest month in Recife?
February, with average highs of 31°C (87°F).
How cold does Recife get?
The coolest nights are in August, averaging 22°C (72°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.