Recife, 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.
Recife, Brazil Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Recife, Brazil. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Mar–Jul At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5.8/10
Best: June, July, August, September, October
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 29°C / 24°C
Feels Like 32°C / 28°C
Rainy Days 18
Rainfall 76 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 77%
Wind Speed 17 km/h
Dew Point 22°C
Hottest Month
30°C
December
Avg Low25°C
Rain13days
Coldest Month
23°C
August
Avg High27°C
Rain19days
Driest Month
11days
October
Avg High29°C
Avg Low24°C
Windiest Month
20 km/h
September (Gusts 42)
Sea Temperature
27°C – 30°C
Warmest water: February (
30°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding March due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:32
Daylight 11.7h
Sunset 17:11
Live conditions—
Recife on the map · live conditions
Recife, Brazil
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- Brazil
- City
- Recife
- Population
- 1.7M
- Coordinates
- -8.05°, -34.88°
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 16 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 23 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 22 days/mo
3/3 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: 30°C / 25°C . Apr: 29°C / 25°C . May: 29°C / 24°C . Jun: 27°C / 23°C . Jul: 27°C / 23°C . Aug: 27°C / 23°C . Sep: 28°C / 23°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: 61 mm. Feb: 81 mm. Mar: 107 mm. Apr: 88 mm. May: 130 mm. Jun: 138 mm. Jul: 103 mm. Aug: 69 mm. Sep: 41 mm. Oct: 27 mm. Nov: 29 mm. Dec: 33 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 75%. Feb: 76%. Mar: 79%. Apr: 81%. May: 82%. Jun: 82%. Jul: 81%. Aug: 78%. Sep: 75%. Oct: 72%. Nov: 72%. Dec: 72%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 16 km/h . Feb: 17 km/h . Mar: 16 km/h . Apr: 15 km/h . May: 16 km/h . Jun: 18 km/h . Jul: 20 km/h . Aug: 20 km/h . Sep: 20 km/h . Oct: 19 km/h . Nov: 18 km/h . Dec: 17 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: 30°C . Mar: 30°C . Apr: 30°C . May: 29°C . Jun: 28°C . Jul: 27°C . Aug: 27°C . Sep: 27°C . Oct: 28°C . Nov: 28°C . Dec: 29°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 7. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 7. 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 12 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Apr 2025 · 30°C | Dec · 30°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 22°C | Aug · 23°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 147 mm | Jun · 138 mm |
| Windiest month | Sep 2025 · 21 km/h | Sep · 20 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Fair March
Wet April
Wet May
Wet June best
Wet July best
Wet August best
Wet September best
Good October best
Good November
Fair December
Fair | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 25°C | 34°C / 29°C | 19days (61 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 30°C / 25°C | 35°C / 29°C | 17days (81 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 76% Humid | 9.1 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| March | 30°C / 25°C | 35°C / 29°C | 23days (107 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 79% Humid | 9.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 29°C / 25°C | 34°C / 29°C | 21days (88 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 81% Humid | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 29°C / 24°C | 33°C / 28°C | 24days (130 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 82% Humid | 7.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June best | 27°C / 23°C | 31°C / 27°C | 23days (138 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 82% Humid | 7 High | Wet | View Details |
| July best | 27°C / 23°C | 29°C / 25°C | 23days (103 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 81% Humid | 7.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August best | 27°C / 23°C | 29°C / 25°C | 19days (69 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 78% Humid | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September best | 28°C / 23°C | 30°C / 26°C | 15days (41 mm) Wet | 11h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Good | View Details |
| October best | 29°C / 24°C | 32°C / 27°C | 11days (27 mm) Wet | 11.5h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Good | View Details |
| November | 30°C / 25°C | 33°C / 28°C | 11days (29 mm) Wet | 11.6h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 8.8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| December | 30°C / 25°C | 34°C / 29°C | 13days (33 mm) Wet | 11.3h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Fair | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Recife are June, July, August, September, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Recife, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Recife is December, with average daytime highs of 30°C (86°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Recife is August, with average overnight lows of 23°C (73°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Recife is June, averaging 138mm of precipitation across 23 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Recife runs through May, March, June, July, with the heaviest rainfall in May. Based on 10-year averages for Recife.
Recife receives approximately 128 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is November with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Recife.
The least favorable months to visit Recife are March, primarily due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, September, October instead.
The annual average UV index in Recife is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Recife is 77%, 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 29°C (84°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Recife are 17 km/h (11 mph). The windiest month is September with peak winds reaching 20 km/h (12 mph) (gusts up to 42 km/h / 26 mph).
Recife averages 0 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 58%. The clearest skies occur in May.
The annual average dew point in Recife 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.
Recife 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 Recife ranges from 28°C (82°F) to 32°C (90°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
June is not the best time to visit Recife, with a climate score of 6.9/10. Consider visiting during June, July, August, September, October instead for better conditions.
For June in Recife, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 27°C (81°F) and 23 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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