BrazilThe weather in August in Fortaleza
It's hot in August in Fortaleza with an average temperature of 35°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 34°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 24°C.
August is an awesome month to be in Fortaleza for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not much chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Fortaleza, Brazil. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 37°C in 2016, Fortaleza reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 29°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 19°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 9 mm of precipitation in August. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in August for Fortaleza
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Fortaleza. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Fortaleza | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 35°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 35°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 23°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 9 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 4 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Fortaleza with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 24°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps rise to around 35°C, with nights around 24°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Fortaleza is around 35°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Fortaleza, Brazil. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Fortaleza
Temperature in August in Fortaleza over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Fortaleza, Brazil. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Fortaleza
Total precipitation in August in Fortaleza over the years
Daily UV index in August in Fortaleza
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Fortaleza, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Fortaleza by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Fortaleza. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.