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BrazilThe weather in December in Fortaleza
It's hot in December in Fortaleza with an average temperature of 35°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 33°C to a high of 36°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 25°C.
December is a good month to be in Fortaleza for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December 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 40°C in 2017, Fortaleza reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 21°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 75 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
Daily weather in December for Fortaleza
Click on any day in December 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.
December weather comparison
| Fortaleza | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 35°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 36°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 24°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 75 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 10 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Fortaleza with hot temps, averaging around 36°C during the day and nights around 25°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 36°C, with nights around 25°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Fortaleza is around 35°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 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 December in Fortaleza, Brazil. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Fortaleza
Temperature in December in Fortaleza over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December 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 December in Fortaleza
Total precipitation in December in Fortaleza over the years
Daily UV index in December in Fortaleza
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December 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.