Brazil is a huge country, most of which is located in the tropics. The climate in its individual regions is very diverse, but mostly hot. Let's look at the weather and find out how Brazil's climate is changing by month.
Brazil Weather Features
The extension of the territory caused the allocation of six different types of climatic conditions of the country:
- Equatorial climate - average temperatures from + 24˚ to + 26˚. Almost every day it rains briefly, sometimes rain. The vegetation in these territories is humid equatorial forest thickets.
- Semi-arid region - the average temperature in these areas is high, about 27 ° C, even in the cold season it does not fall below +20 - + 22 ° C. The rains are irregular and scarce. The vegetation features of this region are spiny shrubs and cacti.
- The tropical climate is from October to April (Brazilian summer) the weather is humid and warm, and from May to September (winter) it is warm and dry. Possible temperature drops from +13 ˚ to +27 ˚. Shrubs prevail in the vegetation, as the soil is infertile, with high acidity. Such weather conditions have eastern and central Brazil.
- The climate is high-altitude tropical - characteristic of the most elevated regions of the Atlantic plateau. In winter, frost and frost are possible here, and in summer there is heavy rain. The average annual temperature ranges from +18 ˚ to +22 ˚.
- The Atlantic climate of Brazil is characteristic of its coastal territories. The rains here are plentiful, and the average temperature from + 18 ° C with the advance to the south along the coast increases to + 26 ° C. The specific vegetation of this region is called the Atlantic Forest.
- The subtropical climate of Brazil is characterized by an average temperature of + 18˚ and an amplitude of up to 13˚ during the year. Summer is mild and warm, and in winter snowfalls are possible. It rains regularly. The vegetation characteristic of the subtropics depends on the height of the territory above sea level. Cereals are often found on the plains, and conifers in the mountains.
As you can see, each of these climatic zones greatly affects the weather conditions of a particular area and becomes the cause of the formation of a characteristic flora and fauna. The large territory of Brazil is influenced by the equatorial and tropical climate.
Summer. Brazil climate from December to March
At a time when snowstorms are raging and frosts are cracking, it is warm and humid in Brazil. This is due to the feature that the seasons there are directly opposite to the European seasons. The Brazilian summer begins on December 22 and lasts until March 21. This time of year is characterized by heavy rainfall and warm air temperature. In December, the thermometer shows an average temperature of +33 ˚ during the day and +25 ˚ at night. In the north-east of the country , average temperatures are 3-4 degrees lower. And in its central part they are equal to + 29˚ - during the day and +19 ˚ - at night.
The heat subsides in late January, and February is no longer so sultry. The average daily temperature can vary from +27 ˚ to +32 ˚ depending on the territory. As already mentioned, in the winter months, Brazilian weather is characterized by high humidity. In December, there are 15-25 rainy days.
Such a high air temperature contributes to the warming of water on the coasts. At this time, the indicator can reach +29 ˚.
Fall. What is the climate in Brazil from April to June
March 22, Brazilian autumn begins. This time of year can be described as moderately hot. In the northeast, the average temperature during the day is around + 29˚, and in the central part of the country this indicator is lower by 1-2 degrees. Accordingly, at night, the thermometer reaches + 23 ° C and + 17 ° C.
In April and closer to May, average temperature indicators decrease by a few more degrees. The water in the waters of the seas is still warm - +27 ˚. Rains can last 10–20 days in one month.
Brazilian winter (July – September)
The beginning of the Brazilian winter is June 22. It lasts until September 21. At this time, there is a significant decrease in air and water temperatures. This is especially noticeable in the southern part of Brazil. Here from July frosts can occur. The average temperature in July June and August ranges from +11 ˚ to +15 ˚ at night and from +25 ˚ to +27 ˚ - during the day. In the southern regions, the temperature during the day can drop to +17 ˚.
The amount of precipitation at this time is significantly reduced. In September, there are usually 3-5 rainy days.
Spring. Climate of the country from October to December
September 22 – December 21 is the period of the Brazilian spring. It is time for the hot and dry season. In the north-eastern regions of the country, the average temperature during the day is from +32 ˚ to +34 ˚. In the center of Brazil, the same indicator is + 30˚. Night temperatures can vary from +11 ˚ to +25 ˚ depending on the territory. On the coast of the country, the climate is milder, not so hot and more rain.
The tourist season starts from October and lasts until March, while the hot climate of Brazil fully reveals itself. Photos of travelers to this tropical country are striking in their beauty. The picturesque nature, formed against the backdrop of such specific weather conditions, makes this country very attractive for tourists.