The best times to visit Recife for ideal weather are

September 3rd to April 8th

or

September 17th to December 2nd

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Recife Travel Info

Weather in Recife

Temperature

Average temperatures in Recife vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a very low chance of rain throughout the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 26th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Recife, the hottest months are March, February, and then January. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early February where highs are regularly around 87.4°F (30.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 79°F (26.1°C) at night.

Recife Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Recife Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Recife Perceived Temperature (F)

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Recife Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Recife Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 86 81.8 77.9
Feb 86.8 82.5 78.4
Mar 86.9 82.5 77.7
Apr 86.3 81.5 76.4
May 84.7 79.8 75
Jun 83.1 78.1 73.5
Jul 81.8 76.9 72.5
Aug 81.6 76.9 72.3
Sep 82.6 78.5 74.7
Oct 84.2 80 76.5
Nov 85.2 81 77.4
Dec 85.9 81.6 78

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 30 27.7 25.5
Feb 30.4 28.1 25.8
Mar 30.5 28.1 25.4
Apr 30.2 27.5 24.7
May 29.3 26.6 23.9
Jun 28.4 25.6 23.1
Jul 27.7 24.9 22.5
Aug 27.6 24.9 22.4
Sep 28.1 25.8 23.7
Oct 29 26.7 24.7
Nov 29.6 27.2 25.2
Dec 29.9 27.6 25.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Recife are January, November, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid January. For example, on the week of January 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid July with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of July 9th.

When can you find snow in Recife? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Recife.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Recife (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 1% 0 0.4
Feb 5% 0 0.6
Mar 3% 0 0.3
Apr 5% 0 0.8
May 17% 0 3.9
Jun 14% 0 2.9
Jul 19% 0 3.8
Aug 11% 0 1.1
Sep 4% 0 0.7
Oct 4% 0 0.3
Nov 2% 0 0.3
Dec 3% 0 0.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 1 0 1
Feb 5 0 1.5
Mar 3 0 0.8
Apr 5 0 2
May 17 0 9.9
Jun 14 0 7.4
Jul 19 0 9.7
Aug 11 0 2.8
Sep 4 0 1.8
Oct 4 0 0.8
Nov 2 0 0.8
Dec 3 0 1.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Recife has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is November (64.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (74.8%).

Wind in Recife is usually moderate. The windiest month is September, followed by August and October. September’s average wind speed of around 10.5 knots (12 MPH or 19.4 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid August where average top sustained speeds reach 16.7 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Recife.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 8.3 Gentle breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Feb 8.2 Gentle breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Mar 7.4 Gentle breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Apr 6.9 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
May 7.3 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Jun 8.3 Gentle breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
Jul 9 Gentle breeze 15.4 Significant breeze
Aug 9.9 Gentle breeze 15.9 Significant breeze
Sep 10.5 Gentle breeze 15.3 Significant breeze
Oct 9.4 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Nov 8.6 Gentle breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Dec 8.5 Gentle breeze 13 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 67.6%
Feb 66.5%
Mar 68.6%
Apr 71.2%
May 74.2%
Jun 74.8%
Jul 73.9%
Aug 70.7%
Sep 66.5%
Oct 65.4%
Nov 64.2%
Dec 65.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Recife?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for Brazil; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 24, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Recife, Brazil is October, followed by February and January. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Recife in September. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 44 in September means 44% of the tourists vs. October.

 

 

Overall Recife Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 87.4°F (30.8°C) and 84°F (28.9°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 4 to 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Recife, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 85.5°F (29.7°C) and 82°F (27.8°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: approximately 1 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Recife to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 87.2°F (30.7°C) and 85.7°F (29.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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