AI-generatedMaceió at a glance
- Best time
- Oct – Dec
- Warmest month
- Mar · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Apr · 28.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,630 h
- Rain a year
- 1,119 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−3
- Elevation
- 11 m
Climate in Maceió
Maceió 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 2,630 hours of sunshine a year, Maceió is sunny; November is the sunniest month with 8.6 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Maceió
The best time to visit Maceió is from October to December. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go in November. The rainy season is from May to July; the wettest month is June with 188 mm.
Maceió through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Maceió in the dry season
Aug – Apr
Fair
- 28–31 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 156 rainy days in all
Maceió in the rainy season
May – Jul
Fair
- 28–29 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 5.7 h of sun a day
- 76 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Nov
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
May – Jul
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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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: October – December
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 26°
- Midday, 13:00: about 29°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 28°
- Evening, 20:00: about 25°
- Night, 23:00: about 24°
04:5917:18
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 04:46–05:27 · evening 16:50–17:31
- Blue hour
- Morning 04:38–04:46 · evening 17:31–17:39
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 Maceió compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 28° at the start of the month to 29° at the end. The sea warms from 26° to 27°. The days get 0.3 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 28° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 22° | 23° |
| Sea | 26° | 27° |
| Daylight | 12.2 h | 12.4 h |
What is the weather like in Maceió in October?
In October, Maceió is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 47 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Maceió.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 18 min04:59 – 17:18
- UV index
- 13 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 19 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 48 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 3 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %77 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %82 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %17 %
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 Maceió
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 Maceió: score 66 against 60. In November, days are 1 °C warmer than in October. The sea is about as warm in both months. November has 5 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in November.
| Month | October | November |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 60 | 66better |
| Daytime high | 29° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 24° |
| Sea | 26.6° | 26.9° |
| Sunshine | 7.9 h | 8.6 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 16 | 11better |
| Rainfall | 47 mm | 35 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 30better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Maceió month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
51January30° · Sea 28° · 8.1 h
In January, Maceió is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 58 mm. On about 16 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 Maceió.
Maceió in January49February30° · Sea 28° · 8.0 h
In February, Maceió is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 58 mm. On about 19 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 Maceió.
Maceió in February44March31° · Sea 29° · 7.7 h
In March, Maceió is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 85 mm. On about 22 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 Maceió.
Maceió in March44April30° · Sea 29° · 7.2 h
In April, Maceió is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 113 mm. On about 19 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 Maceió.
Maceió in April46May29° · Sea 28° · 6.2 h
In May, Maceió is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 24 days, totalling 162 mm. On about 7 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 Maceió.
Maceió in May52June28° · Sea 27° · 5.4 h
In June, Maceió is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 25 days, totalling 188 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Maceió.
Maceió in June56July28° · Sea 26° · 5.6 h
In July, Maceió is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 26 days, totalling 165 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Maceió.
Maceió in July58August28° · Sea 26° · 6.3 h
In August, Maceió 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 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 110 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Maceió.
Maceió in August58September28° · Sea 26° · 7.1 h
In September, Maceió is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 64 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a so-so month for a holiday in Maceió.
Maceió in September60October29° · Sea 27° · 7.9 h
In October, Maceió is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 47 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Maceió.
Maceió in October66November30° · Sea 27° · 8.6 h
In November, Maceió is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 35 mm in total. On about 10 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 Maceió.
Maceió in November62December30° · Sea 27° · 8.5 h
In December, Maceió is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 35 mm in total. On about 14 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 Maceió.
Maceió in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Maceió
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 March (25°). 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 360 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 | 51 | 30° | 24° | 27.8° | 8.1 h | 17 | 58 |
| FebruaryFeb | 49 | 30° | 25° | 28.2° | 8.0 h | 17 | 58 |
| MarchMar | 44 | 31° | 25° | 28.5° | 7.7 h | 19 | 85 |
| AprilApr | 44 | 30° | 24° | 28.7° | 7.2 h | 21 | 113 |
| MayMay | 46 | 29° | 24° | 28.1° | 6.2 h | 24 | 162 |
| JuneJun | 52 | 28° | 23° | 27.1° | 5.4 h | 25 | 188 |
| JulyJul | 56 | 28° | 22° | 26.3° | 5.6 h | 26 | 165 |
| AugustAug | 58 | 28° | 22° | 26.0° | 6.3 h | 24 | 110 |
| SeptemberSep | 58 | 28° | 22° | 26.2° | 7.1 h | 19 | 64 |
| OctoberOct | 60 | 29° | 23° | 26.6° | 7.9 h | 16 | 47 |
| NovemberNov | 66 | 30° | 24° | 26.9° | 8.6 h | 11 | 35 |
| DecemberDec | 62 | 30° | 24° | 27.2° | 8.5 h | 12 | 35 |
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 Maceió
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 26.1 – 27.0 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Maceió ranges from 26.0 °C in August to 28.7 °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 29.2 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 27.8° | 27.2° | 28.2° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 28.2° | 27.9° | 28.6° | warm |
| MarchMar | 28.5° | 28.2° | 29.0° | warm |
| AprilApr | 28.7° | 28.1° | 29.2° | warm |
| MayMay | 28.1° | 27.7° | 28.7° | warm |
| JuneJun | 27.1° | 26.6° | 27.4° | warm |
| JulyJul | 26.3° | 25.9° | 26.6° | warm |
| AugustAug | 26.0° | 25.5° | 26.4° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 26.2° | 25.8° | 26.6° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 26.6° | 26.1° | 27.0° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 26.9° | 26.6° | 27.4° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.2° | 26.8° | 27.7° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Maceió
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 7.9 of 12.3 hours of daylight in Maceió, 64 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Maceió: 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, Maceió has about 16 rainy days with 47 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Maceió
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 October (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 10 min
- Light brown skin
- about 15 min
- Olive skin
- about 20 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 Maceió
How breezy and how cloudy Maceió 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 Maceió typically peaks at 19 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle 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: Nov.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 48 % of the sky over Maceió: variable cloud, with about 7.9 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 Maceió
How often the day gets hot in Maceió (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, Maceió has about 3 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
Planning a trip to Maceió
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Maceió 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.
Maceió has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 60) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 44).
- 44
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days a month
- 47
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 24 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 57
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 60
October half-term
Oct
GoodBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days a month
- 57
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Fair
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 9 h 40 min
- Distance
- 7,590 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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Maceió vs Aracaju
In October Aracaju has the better holiday weather (score 68 vs 60). During the day it is about as warm in Aracaju as in Maceió. The sea in Aracaju is 1 °C cooler. Aracaju gets one more hour of sunshine a day.
| in October | Maceió | Aracaju |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 60 | 68 |
| Daytime high | 29° | 29° |
| Sea | 27° | 26° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 9 h |
| Rainy days | 16 | 12 |
| Best time | Oct – Dec | Sep – Dec |
Through the year
Brazil in October: the best places
In October, Maceió ranks 18 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
- Natal30°27°90
- 2Rio de Janeiro29°22°71
- 3Ipanema29°22°71
- 4Fortaleza32°27°69
- 5Aracaju29°26°68
- 6João Pessoa30°27°65
- 7Belo Horizonte29°65
- 8Angra dos Reis25°23°65
- 18MaceióThis page29°27°60
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Frequently asked questions about Maceió
When is the best time to visit Maceió?
The best time to visit Maceió is from October to December. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Maceió?
The sea temperature in Maceió ranges from 26.0 °C in August to 28.7 °C in April. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Maceió in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Maceió?
March is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 25 °C. July is the coolest month at 28 °C.
When does it rain most in Maceió?
The rainy season is from May to July; the wettest month is June with 188 mm. The driest month is December with 35 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Maceió get?
Maceió gets around 2,630 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is November with 8.6 hours a day; in June there are 5.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Maceió in?
Maceió is on UTC−3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Maceió?
A nonstop flight from London to Maceió takes about 9 h 40 min, for a straight-line distance of about 7,590 km.
Which school holidays are best for Maceió?
Maceió has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 60) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 44). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 44, May half-term 47, summer holidays 57, October half-term 60, Christmas holidays 57.