Best Time to Visit Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
Recife is at its sunniest and driest in October–November.
The best time to visit Recife for sunny, dry weather is October–November — 2 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through August–February; the wetter half falls in March–July. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 23.9°C / 75°F in July to 26.7°C / 80.1°F in February, with rainfall from 30 mm / 1.2 in (November) to 235 mm / 9.3 in (April). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Recife'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| October | 25.5°C77.9°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| November | 26°C78.8°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Recife?
The best time to visit Recife for sunny, dry weather is October, November. At the city itself, the warmest month is February averaging 26.7°C / 80.1°F, and the driest is November with about 30 mm / 1.2 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Recife's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Recife?
The rainy season at Recife, Pernambuco runs through March–July, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 132 mm / 5.2 in. The wettest single month is April (235 mm / 9.3 in).
What is the driest month in Recife?
The driest month in Recife is November, averaging about 30 mm / 1.2 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 26°C / 78.8°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Recife?
The least comfortable months for travel to Recife — based on point-value climate at the city — are April, June, July, August, September. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 235 mm / 9.3 in in April, and the coldest month averages 23.9°C / 75°F.
Is Recife climate different from Brazil overall?
Yes, usually. Our Recife 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 Recife specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.