Best Time to Visit Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil
Fortaleza is at its sunniest and driest in August–November.
The best time to visit Fortaleza for sunny, dry weather is August–November — 4 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through July–January; the wetter half falls in February–June. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 25.7°C / 78.3°F in July to 27.2°C / 81°F in December, with rainfall from 14 mm / 0.6 in (October) to 343 mm / 13.5 in (April). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Fortaleza's climate is broadly tropical. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| August | 26°C78.8°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| September | 26.5°C79.7°F | 21 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 26.8°C80.2°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 27.1°C80.8°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Fortaleza?
The best time to visit Fortaleza for sunny, dry weather is August, September, October, November. At the city itself, the warmest month is December averaging 27.2°C / 81°F, and the driest is October with about 14 mm / 0.6 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Fortaleza's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Fortaleza?
The rainy season at Fortaleza, Ceará runs through February–June, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 113 mm / 4.4 in. The wettest single month is April (343 mm / 13.5 in).
What is the driest month in Fortaleza?
The driest month in Fortaleza is October, averaging about 14 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 26.8°C / 80.2°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Fortaleza?
The least comfortable months for travel to Fortaleza — based on point-value climate at the city — are March, April, May, June, July, August. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 343 mm / 13.5 in in April, and the coldest month averages 25.7°C / 78.3°F.
Is Fortaleza climate different from Brazil overall?
Yes, usually. Our Fortaleza figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Brazil figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Fortaleza specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.