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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Barcelos.
Barcelos, Brazil, enjoys a steady climate throughout the year, with daytime temperatures typically around 31°C (88°F). October is the warmest month at 33°C (91°F), while May is the coolest at 30°C (86°F).
With around 2898 mm (114 in) of annual rainfall, Barcelos has a notably wet climate. The wettest month is May. The sunniest month is August, with 6.1 hours of sunshine per day on average.
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The temperature in Barcelos remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 33°C (91°F) in October. In May, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very warm 30°C (86°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 24°C (75°F) in October to 23°C (73°F) in May.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Barcelos has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2898 mm (114 in) of rainfall annually. Barcelos can be quite wet during May, receiving approximately 403 mm (16 in) of precipitation over 25 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (August), you will experience much drier conditions, with 159 mm (6.3 in) of precipitation spread across 16 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Barcelos Precipitation page.
Barcelos experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 6.1 hours daily sunshine in August, it dips to 3.8 hours in April, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.
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The city experiences its highest humidity in May, reaching 89%. In October, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 83%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
August typically offers the most optimal weather in Barcelos. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
Daytime highs range from 30°C (86°F) in May to 33°C (91°F) in October. Nighttime lows range from 23°C (73°F) to 24°C (75°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
Annual rainfall is around 2898 mm (114 in). May is the wettest month with 403 mm (16 in), while August is the driest with 159 mm (6.3 in).
Barcelos receives around 1,794 hours of sunshine per year. August is the sunniest month with 182 hours, while April is the cloudiest with just 115 hours.
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