Natal, Brazil experiences average highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 18 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Natal, Brazil Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Natal, Brazil. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Dec 
Wetter season: Jan–Jul At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
6.5/10
Best: July, August, September, October
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 29°C / 24°C
Feels Like 31°C / 26°C
Rainy Days 18
Rainfall 103 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 78%
Wind Speed 25 km/h
Dew Point 22°C
Hottest Month
30°C
December
Avg Low25°C
Rain15days
Coldest Month
23°C
July
Avg High27°C
Rain21days
Driest Month
10days
November
Avg High30°C
Avg Low25°C
Windiest Month
30 km/h
September (Gusts 47)
Sea Temperature
27°C – 30°C
Warmest water: April (
29.7°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, March, April due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:29
Daylight 11.8h
Sunset 17:16
Live conditions—
Natal on the map · live conditions
Natal, Brazil
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- Brazil
- City
- Natal
- Population
- 896.7K
- Coordinates
- -5.79°, -35.21°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 12 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 19 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 24 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 19 days/mo
2/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 30°C / 25°C . Feb: 30°C / 25°C . Mar: 29°C / 25°C . Apr: 29°C / 25°C . May: 28°C / 25°C . Jun: 28°C / 24°C . Jul: 27°C / 23°C . Aug: 28°C / 23°C . Sep: 28°C / 24°C . Oct: 29°C / 24°C . Nov: 30°C / 25°C . Dec: 30°C / 25°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 95 mm. Feb: 122 mm. Mar: 189 mm. Apr: 180 mm. May: 167 mm. Jun: 150 mm. Jul: 149 mm. Aug: 44 mm. Sep: 35 mm. Oct: 28 mm. Nov: 27 mm. Dec: 45 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 77%. Feb: 78%. Mar: 81%. Apr: 82%. May: 82%. Jun: 81%. Jul: 80%. Aug: 76%. Sep: 74%. Oct: 73%. Nov: 73%. Dec: 74%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 23 km/h . Feb: 23 km/h . Mar: 21 km/h . Apr: 22 km/h . May: 24 km/h . Jun: 26 km/h . Jul: 28 km/h . Aug: 30 km/h . Sep: 30 km/h . Oct: 28 km/h . Nov: 26 km/h . Dec: 25 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 10h. May: 10h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 12h. Nov: 12h. Dec: 11h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 29°C . Feb: 29°C . Mar: 30°C . Apr: 30°C . May: 29°C . Jun: 28°C . Jul: 27°C . Aug: 27°C . Sep: 27°C . Oct: 27°C . Nov: 28°C . Dec: 28°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 9. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 9. Oct: UV 9. Nov: UV 9. Dec: UV 9.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 11 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Dec 2025 · 30°C | Dec · 30°C |
| Coldest month | Jul 2025 · 23°C | Jul · 23°C |
| Wettest month | Jun 2025 · 183 mm | Mar · 189 mm |
| Windiest month | Sep 2025 · 31 km/h | Sep · 30 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Wet March
Wet April
Wet May
Wet June
Wet July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October best
Excellent November
Good December
Fair | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 25°C | 33°C / 28°C | 21days (95 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 77% Humid | 8.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 30°C / 25°C | 33°C / 28°C | 20days (122 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 78% Humid | 9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| March | 29°C / 25°C | 34°C / 28°C | 25days (189 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 81% Humid | 9.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 29°C / 25°C | 33°C / 28°C | 25days (180 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 82% Humid | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 28°C / 25°C | 32°C / 27°C | 22days (167 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 82% Humid | 7.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 28°C / 24°C | 30°C / 26°C | 21days (150 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 81% Humid | 7.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July best | 27°C / 23°C | 28°C / 24°C | 21days (149 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 80% Humid | 7.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 28°C / 23°C | 28°C / 24°C | 14days (44 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 76% Humid | 8.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 28°C / 24°C | 29°C / 24°C | 13days (35 mm) Wet | 11.2h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October best | 29°C / 24°C | 31°C / 25°C | 12days (28 mm) Wet | 11.5h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 30°C / 25°C | 32°C / 27°C | 10days (27 mm) Wet | 11.6h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| December | 30°C / 25°C | 32°C / 27°C | 15days (45 mm) Wet | 11.3h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 8.6 Very High | Fair | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Natal are July, August, September, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Natal, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Natal is December, with average daytime highs of 30°C (85°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Natal is July, with average overnight lows of 23°C (73°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Natal is March, averaging 189mm of precipitation across 25 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Natal runs through March, April, May, January, with the heaviest rainfall in March. Based on 10-year averages for Natal.
Natal receives approximately 129 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is November with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Natal.
The least favorable months to visit Natal are January, February, March, April, primarily due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider July, August, September, October instead.
The annual average UV index in Natal is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Natal is 78%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December average 28°C (82°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Natal are 25 km/h (16 mph). The windiest month is September with peak winds reaching 30 km/h (19 mph) (gusts up to 47 km/h / 29 mph).
Natal averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 52%. The clearest skies occur in August.
The annual average dew point in Natal is 22°C (72°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Natal has a Tropical Monsoon climate, classified as Am under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Natal ranges from 26°C (79°F) to 31°C (88°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
June is not the best time to visit Natal, with a climate score of 6.9/10. Consider visiting during July, August, September, October instead for better conditions.
For June in Natal, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 28°C (82°F) and 21 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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