Santa Cruz do Sul Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Santa Cruz do Sul’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Brazil.
Monthly Temperature Averages
In Santa Cruz do Sul, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in January to a pleasant 20°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 9°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Santa Cruz do Sul by month:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s warmest month, also receives about 167 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 18 days. For more information, please visit our Santa Cruz do Sul Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in Brazil Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Brazil. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Santa Cruz do Sul Temperatures Compared World Wide
Santa Cruz do Sul’s average annual maximum temperature is 26°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, experiences an average annual temperature of 23°C, with hot summers and mild winters typical of a Mediterranean climate.
In contrast, in Zermatt, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 4°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Beijing, China, experiences more extreme temperature shifts, but still averaging 20°C annually.
Perth, Australia, experiences a Mediterranean climate, with a pleasant average temperature of 25°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Sea vs. Land Temperatures
The influence of nearby oceans or large water bodies significantly affects local temperatures:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions tend to have more stable temperatures, as large bodies of water absorb and release heat slowly. This often results in milder winters and cooler summers compared to inland areas.
- Continental Climates: Landmasses well away from large bodies of water tend to show greater extremes in temperature, having hotter summers and colder winters because of the absence of water as a moderating influence.
For more detailed information about Santa Cruz do Sul’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Santa Cruz do Sul climate page.
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