AI-generatedAracaju at a glance
- Best time
- Sep – Dec
- Warmest month
- Mar · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Apr · 28.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,860 h
- Rain a year
- 949 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−3
- Elevation
- 11 m
Climate in Aracaju
Aracaju has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. March is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while July is the coolest at 28 °C. With around 2,860 hours of sunshine a year, Aracaju is sunny; December is the sunniest month with 9.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Aracaju
The best time to visit Aracaju is from September to December. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from October to December. The rainy season is from April to July; the wettest month is May with 154 mm.
Aracaju through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Aracaju in the dry season
Aug – Mar
Good
- 28–31 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 8.5 h of sun a day
- 110 rainy days in all
Aracaju in the rainy season
Apr – Jul
Fair
- 28–31 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 89 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Oct – Dec
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Apr – Jul
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: October – December
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: September – December
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 27°
- Midday, 13:00: about 29°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 28°
- Evening, 20:00: about 26°
- Night, 23:00: about 25°
05:0417:24
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 04:51–05:32 · evening 16:56–17:37
- Blue hour
- Morning 04:43–04:51 · evening 17:37–17:45
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Aracaju compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 29° at the start of the month to 30° at the end. The days get 0.3 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 29° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 24° |
| Sea | 26° | 26° |
| Daylight | 12.2 h | 12.5 h |
What is the weather like in Aracaju in October?
In October, Aracaju is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 46 mm in total. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Aracaju.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 20 min05:04 – 17:24
- UV index
- 13 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 21 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 45 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 7 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %70 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %97 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %45 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Aracaju
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
November has the better holiday weather in Aracaju: score 73 against 68. In November, days are 1 °C warmer than in October. The sea is about as warm in both months. November has 4 fewer rainy days.
| Month | October | November |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 68 | 73better |
| Daytime high | 29° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 24° |
| Sea | 26.3° | 26.5° |
| Sunshine | 8.8 h | 9.2 h |
| Rainy days | 12 | 8better |
| Rainfall | 46 mm | 32 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 30better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Aracaju month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
55January31° · Sea 28° · 8.9 h
In January, Aracaju is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 52 mm in total. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Aracaju.
Aracaju in January52February31° · Sea 28° · 8.6 h
In February, Aracaju is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 54 mm. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Aracaju.
Aracaju in February43March31° · Sea 28° · 8.2 h
In March, Aracaju is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 72 mm. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Aracaju.
Aracaju in March42April31° · Sea 29° · 7.5 h
In April, Aracaju is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 20 days, totalling 106 mm. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Aracaju.
Aracaju in April44May30° · Sea 28° · 6.6 h
In May, Aracaju is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 23 days, totalling 154 mm. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Aracaju.
Aracaju in May49June29° · Sea 27° · 6.0 h
In June, Aracaju is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 23 days, totalling 141 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Aracaju.
Aracaju in June53July28° · Sea 26° · 6.1 h
In July, Aracaju is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 24 days, totalling 121 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Aracaju.
Aracaju in July56August28° · Sea 26° · 6.9 h
In August, Aracaju is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 84 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Aracaju.
Aracaju in August62September29° · Sea 26° · 8.0 h
In September, Aracaju is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 25.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 57 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Aracaju.
Aracaju in September68October29° · Sea 26° · 8.8 h
In October, Aracaju is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 46 mm in total. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Aracaju.
Aracaju in October73November30° · Sea 27° · 9.2 h
In November, Aracaju is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 32 mm. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Aracaju.
Aracaju in November69December30° · Sea 27° · 9.3 h
In December, Aracaju is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 30 mm. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Aracaju.
Aracaju in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Aracaju
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
WarmOctober: nights around 23°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in August (22°), the warmest in February (24°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 359 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 55 | 31° | 24° | 27.5° | 8.9 h | 14 | 52 |
| FebruaryFeb | 52 | 31° | 24° | 28.0° | 8.6 h | 14 | 54 |
| MarchMar | 43 | 31° | 24° | 28.3° | 8.2 h | 17 | 72 |
| AprilApr | 42 | 31° | 24° | 28.6° | 7.5 h | 20 | 106 |
| MayMay | 44 | 30° | 23° | 27.9° | 6.6 h | 23 | 154 |
| JuneJun | 49 | 29° | 23° | 26.8° | 6.0 h | 23 | 141 |
| JulyJul | 53 | 28° | 22° | 26.0° | 6.1 h | 24 | 121 |
| AugustAug | 56 | 28° | 22° | 25.7° | 6.9 h | 21 | 84 |
| SeptemberSep | 62 | 29° | 23° | 25.9° | 8.0 h | 15 | 57 |
| OctoberOct | 68 | 29° | 23° | 26.3° | 8.8 h | 12 | 46 |
| NovemberNov | 73 | 30° | 24° | 26.5° | 9.2 h | 8 | 32 |
| DecemberDec | 69 | 30° | 24° | 26.8° | 9.3 h | 9 | 30 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Aracaju
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 25.8 – 26.7 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Aracaju ranges from 25.7 °C in August to 28.6 °C in April. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in April, while the air already peaks in March. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in April, eight out of ten years were between 28.1 and 29.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 27.5° | 27.1° | 28.0° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 28.0° | 27.5° | 28.4° | warm |
| MarchMar | 28.3° | 27.8° | 28.7° | warm |
| AprilApr | 28.6° | 28.1° | 29.1° | warm |
| MayMay | 27.9° | 27.4° | 28.6° | warm |
| JuneJun | 26.8° | 26.2° | 27.2° | warm |
| JulyJul | 26.0° | 25.5° | 26.4° | warm |
| AugustAug | 25.7° | 25.2° | 26.1° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 25.9° | 25.6° | 26.4° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 26.3° | 25.8° | 26.7° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 26.5° | 26.1° | 26.8° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 26.8° | 26.2° | 27.3° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Aracaju
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 8.8 of 12.3 hours of daylight in Aracaju, 72 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 5 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Aracaju: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Aracaju has about 12 rainy days with 46 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Aracaju
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 13 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in February (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 25 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Aracaju
How breezy and how cloudy Aracaju is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Aracaju typically peaks at 21 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Aug – Feb.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 45 % of the sky over Aracaju: mostly sunny, with about 8.8 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Aracaju
How often the day gets hot in Aracaju (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Aracaju has about 7 hot days, with an average daytime high of 29 °C: often muggy. The air feels warmer than the thermometer says: light, airy clothes and slow days help.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
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Aracaju in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Aracaju has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 68) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 42).
- 42
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 45
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 55
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 68
October half-term
Oct
GoodBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 62
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 9.1 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 9 h 50 min
- Distance
- 7,780 km
- Time zone
- UTC−3
- Jet lag
- About 3 days (4 h west)
Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Aracaju vs Maceió
In October Aracaju has the better holiday weather (score 68 vs 60). During the day it is about as warm in Maceió as in Aracaju. The sea in Maceió is 1 °C warmer. Maceió gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Aracaju | Maceió |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 68 | 60 |
| Daytime high | 29° | 29° |
| Sea | 26° | 27° |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 12 | 16 |
| Best time | Sep – Dec | Oct – Dec |
Through the year
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In October, Aracaju ranks 5 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 3Ipanema29°22°71
- 4Fortaleza32°27°69
- 5AracajuThis page29°26°68
- 6João Pessoa30°27°65
- 7Belo Horizonte29°65
- 8Angra dos Reis25°23°65
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Frequently asked questions about Aracaju
When is the best time to visit Aracaju?
The best time to visit Aracaju is from September to December. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Aracaju?
The sea temperature in Aracaju ranges from 25.7 °C in August to 28.6 °C in April. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Aracaju in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 26.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Aracaju?
March is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 24 °C. July is the coolest month at 28 °C.
When does it rain most in Aracaju?
The rainy season is from April to July; the wettest month is May with 154 mm. The driest month is December with 30 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Aracaju get?
Aracaju gets around 2,860 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is December with 9.3 hours a day; in June there are 6.0 hours a day.
What time zone is Aracaju in?
Aracaju is on UTC−3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Aracaju?
A nonstop flight from London to Aracaju takes about 9 h 50 min, for a straight-line distance of about 7,780 km.
Which school holidays are best for Aracaju?
Aracaju has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 68) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 42). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 42, May half-term 45, summer holidays 55, October half-term 68, Christmas holidays 62.