When planning a visit to Ceará in Brazil, it helps to know that temperatures typically range from 30°C (86°F) in April up to 31°C (88°F) during the peak of November. Our detailed climate overview is based on data from Fortaleza, the region's most well-known city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
In Ceará, particularly in Fortaleza, temperatures are consistently high throughout the year, with average maximum temperatures always above 30°C (86°F).
The peak of the heat usually falls in September, October and November.
When it comes to rainfall, Ceará sees significant variations throughout the year. April tends to be the wettest, receiving 266 mm (10 in) of rain, while September is much drier with just 8 mm (0.3 in). Travelers should note that the rainy season falls during March and April, bringing substantial precipitation ranging from 205 mm (8.1 in) to 266 mm (10 in) monthly. The driest period occurs in August, September, October and November, with rainfall remaining under 13 mm (0.5 in).
Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for October, when daylight hours are at their peak.
