The best times to visit Santa Maria for ideal weather are

March 12th to May 27th

or

August 6th 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 Santa Maria Travel Info

Weather in Santa Maria

Temperature

Average temperatures in Santa Maria vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very enjoyable all year with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 46th 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 Santa Maria, the hottest months are January, February, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late January and early February where highs are regularly around 86.5°F (30.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 63°F (17.2°C) at night.

Santa Maria Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Santa Maria 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.

Santa Maria Perceived Temperature (F)

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Santa Maria Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Santa Maria 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 84.3 75.3 61.9
Feb 84.6 75.3 61.7
Mar 81.5 72.1 58.8
Apr 78.4 68.4 54.8
May 71 61.8 50.1
Jun 66.1 56.8 46.5
Jul 66.7 56.6 46.1
Aug 71 60.8 49
Sep 73.1 63 50.9
Oct 77.5 67.4 54.4
Nov 82.5 71.8 57.7
Dec 84.6 74.8 60.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 29.1 24.1 16.6
Feb 29.2 24.1 16.5
Mar 27.5 22.3 14.9
Apr 25.8 20.2 12.7
May 21.7 16.6 10.1
Jun 18.9 13.8 8.1
Jul 19.3 13.7 7.8
Aug 21.7 16 9.4
Sep 22.8 17.2 10.5
Oct 25.3 19.7 12.4
Nov 28.1 22.1 14.3
Dec 29.2 23.8 15.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Santa Maria are April, May, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late January. For example, on the week of January 22nd there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid February with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of February 19th.

When can you find snow in Santa Maria? 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 Santa Maria.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Santa Maria (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 27% 0 6
Feb 35% 0 5.5
Mar 27% 0 5.1
Apr 17% 0 5.3
May 20% 0 5.2
Jun 30% 0 7.3
Jul 28% 0 8.6
Aug 23% 0 6.5
Sep 32% 0 9.2
Oct 33% 0 8.8
Nov 25% 0 5.6
Dec 30% 0 6.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 27 0 15.2
Feb 35 0 14
Mar 27 0 13
Apr 17 0 13.5
May 20 0 13.2
Jun 30 0 18.5
Jul 28 0 21.8
Aug 23 0 16.5
Sep 32 0 23.4
Oct 33 0 22.4
Nov 25 0 14.2
Dec 30 0 17

 

Humidity and Wind

Santa Maria has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is November (55.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (71.4%).

Wind in Santa Maria is usually moderate. The windiest month is August, followed by November and September. August’s average wind speed of around 10.3 knots (11.9 MPH or 19.1 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 18.3 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Wind

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

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Max Sustained Wind
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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 8.7 Gentle breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
Feb 8.8 Gentle breeze 15 Significant breeze
Mar 8.4 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
Apr 8.1 Gentle breeze 14 Significant breeze
May 8.6 Gentle breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
Jun 9 Gentle breeze 14.5 Significant breeze
Jul 9 Gentle breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
Aug 10.3 Gentle breeze 17.1 Strong breeze
Sep 10.1 Gentle breeze 16.7 Significant breeze
Oct 9.8 Gentle breeze 16.6 Significant breeze
Nov 10.1 Gentle breeze 17.1 Significant breeze
Dec 9.2 Gentle breeze 15.7 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 62.4%
Feb 63.3%
Mar 64%
Apr 62.5%
May 67.3%
Jun 71.4%
Jul 67.6%
Aug 62.9%
Sep 63.9%
Oct 61.9%
Nov 55.8%
Dec 57.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Santa Maria?

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 Santa Maria, Brazil is January, followed by November and May. 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 Santa Maria 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 60.1 in September means 60.1% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Santa Maria Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 82.3°F (27.9°C) and 65°F (18.3°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 7 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Santa Maria, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 83.6°F (28.7°C) and 71.4°F (21.9°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 8 to 10 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Santa Maria to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 86.5°F (30.3°C) and 81.4°F (27.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 8 to 10 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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