Brazil is a huge country, most of which is in the tropics. The climate in some of its regions is very diverse, but mostly hot. Let's look at the features of the weather and find out how the climate of Brazil changes by months.
Brazil weather features
The sprawl of the territory has led to the identification of six different types of climatic conditions in the country:
- Equatorial climate - average temperatures from +24˚С to +26˚С. There is intermittent rain almost every day, sometimes a downpour. The vegetation in these areas is moist equatorial wooded thickets.
- Semi-arid region - the average temperature in these areas is high, about 27 ˚С, even in the cold season it does not fall below +20 - +22˚С. Rains are irregular and scarce. Vegetation features of this region are thorny bushes and cacti.
- Tropical climate - from October to April (Brazilian summer) the weather is wet and warm, and from May to September (in winter) it is warm and dry. Possible temperature drops from +13 ˚С to +27 ˚С. Vegetation is dominatedshrubs, as the soil is infertile, with high acidity. Eastern and central Brazil has such weather conditions.
- The climate is high- altitude tropical - typical for the most elevated regions of the Atlantic Plateau. In winter, frosts and frost are possible here, and in summer there are heavy rains. The average annual temperature ranges from +18 ˚С to +22 ˚С.
- Brazil's Atlantic climate is characteristic of its coastal areas. The rains here are plentiful, and the average temperature from +18˚С with moving south along the coast increases to +26˚С. The specific vegetation of this region is called the Atlantic Forest.
- The subtropical climate of Brazil is characterized by an average temperature of +18˚С and an amplitude of up to 13˚С throughout the year. Summers are mild and warm, and snowfalls are possible in winter. It rains regularly. Vegetation characteristic of the subtropics depends on the height of the territory above sea level. Cereals are often found on the plains, and conifers are often found in the mountains.
As you can see, each of these climatic zones strongly influences the weather conditions of a certain area and causes the formation of a characteristic flora and fauna. Much of Brazil is influenced by an equatorial and tropical climate.
Summer. Climate of Brazil from December to March
While we have blizzards and crackling frosts, Brazil is warm and humid. This is due to the fact that the seasons there are directly opposite to the European seasons. Brazilian summer starts on December 22 andlasts until March 21st. This time of the year is characterized by the presence of heavy rainfall and warm air temperature. The thermometer in December shows an average temperature of +33 ˚С during the day and +25 ˚С at night. In the north-east of the country, the average temperatures are 3-4 degrees lower. And in its central part they are equal to +29˚С during the day and +19˚С at night.
The heat subsides at the end of January, and February is no longer so sultry. The average daily temperature can vary from +27 ˚С to +32 ˚С depending on the territory. As already mentioned, during the winter months, the Brazilian weather is characterized by high humidity. There are 15-25 rainy days in December.
This high air temperature contributes to the warming of water on the coasts. At this time, the indicator can reach +29 ˚С.
Autumn. What is the climate in Brazil from April to June
Brazilian autumn begins on March 22. This time of the year can be described as moderately hot. In the northeast, the average temperature during the day is about +29˚С, and in the central part of the country this figure is 1–2 degrees lower. Accordingly, at night the thermometer reaches +23˚С and +17˚С.
In April and closer to May, the average temperature drops by a few more degrees. The water in the waters of the seas is still warm - +27 ˚С. Rains can last 10-20 days in one month.
Brazilian winter (July-September)
Brazilian winter starts on June 22nd. It lasts until September 21st. At this time, there is a significant decrease in air and water temperatures. Especially thisbecomes noticeable in the southern part of Brazil. Frosts can occur here from July. The average temperature in July June and August ranges from +11 ˚С to +15 ˚С at night and from +25 ˚С to +27 ˚С during the day. In the southern regions, the temperature during the day can drop to +17 ˚С.
The amount of precipitation at this time is significantly reduced. September usually has 3-5 rainy days.
Spring. The climate of the country from October to December
September 22-December 21 is the period of the Brazilian spring. The hot and dry season is coming. From the north-eastern regions of the country, the average daytime temperature ranges from +32 ˚С to +34 ˚С. In the center of Brazil, the same figure is + 30˚С. Night temperatures can vary from +11 ˚С to +25 ˚С depending on the territory. On the coasts of the country, the climate is milder, not so hot and more rainfall.
The tourist season starts in October and lasts until March, when the hot climate of Brazil shows itself to the full. Photos of travelers who have visited 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.
