Maranhão Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Maranhão, Brazil in July.

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São Luís Carolina Santo Amaro Barreirinhas

Planning a trip to Maranhão, Brazil this July? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Maranhão in July

Maranhão, Brazil is a region in Brazil. July in Maranhão generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to high.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very warm in São Luís at 30°C (86°F) to very hot in Carolina at 35°C (95°F). At night it cools down to 22°C (72°F) in Carolina and 26°C (79°F) in São Luís. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Maranhão, Brazil, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Carolina with an average of 2.4 mm (0.1 in) to high rainfall in São Luís with 106 mm (4.2 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in July. São Luís typically receives 238 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Maranhão by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Maranhão — and find the best time to visit. (based on São Luís)

January30°C (86°F) February29°C (84°F) March29°C (84°F) April29°C (84°F) May30°C (86°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August31°C (88°F) September31°C (88°F) October31°C (88°F) November31°C (88°F) December31°C (88°F)
Best Time to Visit Maranhão →

Best Places to Visit in Maranhão in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Maranhão.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Maranhão

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Maranhão, Brazil?

Temperature range in Maranhão (July)

Precipitation variation in Maranhão (July)

São Luís

In July São Luís generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
213 hours
238 hours
260 hours
Monthly rainfall
160 mm (6.3 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in São Luís →

Carolina

In July Carolina generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
277 hours
287 hours
265 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.3 mm (0.3 in)
2.4 mm (0.1 in)
2.4 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Carolina →

Santo Amaro

In July Santo Amaro generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
17 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Santo Amaro →

Barreirinhas

In July Barreirinhas generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
18 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Barreirinhas →

Atins

In July Atins generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
17 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Maranhão, in Brazil.

In our records: Brazil July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in Brazil in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Maranhão in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
São Luís 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Carolina 35°C (95°F) 22°C (72°F) 2.4 mm (0.1 in)
Santo Amaro 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Barreirinhas 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Atins 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Imperatriz 35°C (95°F) 22°C (72°F) 7.3 mm (0.3 in)

Maranhão weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Maranhão, Brazil in July?

Maranhão, Brazil typically experiences unpleasant weather in July, part of the season. Daytime highs in São Luís average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 26°C (79°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Maranhão, Brazil in July?

In São Luís, the average daytime high in July is 30°C (86°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 26°C (79°F).

Does Maranhão, Brazil get a lot of rain in July?

Yes, July tends to be a wetter month in Maranhão, Brazil. Average rainfall in São Luís sits around 106 mm (4.2 in).

Is July a Good Time to Visit Maranhão, Brazil?

In our opinion, July is a good time to visit Maranhão, Brazil with overall tolerable weather in São Luís.

Generally speaking, September and October provide pleasant weather in São Luís. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April and May tend to be poor.

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