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Natal in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Natal in August will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Natal, based on historical data.
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August

Weather in Natal in August 2025

Good Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Warm water
Planning a trip to Natal in August? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +27°C and approximately 3 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 22 rainy days and 31 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+27°C
Avg. max. temperature
+21°C
Min.
+30°C
Max.
31 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
22 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Natal has good weather in August.

Average temperature in Natal in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Natal for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +28°C during the day to a minimum of +23°C during the night, the temperature in August averages around +27°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 20% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +27°C to +28°C.

Is Natal warm or cold in August?

Natal is typically warm in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +27°C to +27°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +23°C to +23°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

August is one of the coolest months in Natal, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Natal in August

Water in Natal in August is Warm. It varies from +26°C to +28°C, with an average of +27°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +27°C.

The water temperature in August is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Natal are reached in April, when the average sea temperature rises to +29°C. The coldest water temperatures are in September, with an average of +27°C.

Can you swim in Natal in August?

You can absolutely swim in Natal in August, the water is warm (+27°C in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.

Climate in Natal in August

Natal weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+27°C+27°C+27°C
Min. temperature
+20°C+21°C+22°C
Max. temperature
+30°C+30°C+31°C
Rainfall
82 mm31 mm21 mm
Wind
4 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+27°C+27°C+27°C
Humidity
82%79%77%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1014 HPa1014 HPa
Sunny days
232
Cloudy days
469
Rainy days
252219
Snowy days
000

August often has better weather than July. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +27°C for average maximum temperature during the day. As August arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 82 mm to 31 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 82% to 79%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 4 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in August, from 2 to 3.

September brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Natal in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Natal is gradually decreasing during August, going from 4 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Natal based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 74% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 41 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 6 mm, which is considered light rain. August is a pretty wet month with over 23 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Natal wettest month is April, where a typical day has a 83% chance of precipitation and 138 mm of rainfall per day. October, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 58% chance of precipitation and 15 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Natal?

This is the weather in Natal in August 2023:
1 August
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+27°C
2 August
🌧️
+28°C
3 August
🌧️
+27°C
4 August
☀️
+28°C
5 August
☁️
+28°C
6 August
☁️
+28°C
7 August
🌧️
+27°C
8 August
🌧️
+27°C
9 August
🌧️
+25°C
10 August
🌧️
+27°C
11 August
☁️
+27°C
12 August
☁️
+26°C
13 August
☁️
+26°C
14 August
🌧️
+25°C
15 August
🌧️
+27°C
16 August
☁️
+28°C
17 August
☁️
+28°C
18 August
☀️
+27°C
19 August
🌧️
+26°C
20 August
🌧️
+26°C
21 August
☁️
+28°C
22 August
☁️
+27°C
23 August
☀️
+27°C
24 August
☁️
+27°C
25 August
☀️
+28°C
26 August
☀️
+28°C
27 August
☁️
+28°C
28 August
☁️
+28°C
29 August
☁️
+27°C
30 August
☁️
+28°C
31 August
☀️
+28°C
In August 2023 Natal had 7 sunny days, 14 cloudy days, and 10 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +27°C, with an absolute maximum of +28°C and a minimum of +25°C. The average humidity was 82%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 61%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 1 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Natal climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Natal in August has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+27°C) and the highest in 2019 (+30°C). The driest year was 1993 with only 299 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1985 with 1504 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Natal in August:

Is August a good time to visit Natal?

August is a really good time to go to Natal. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Natal.

Can you sunbathe in Natal in August?

August is warm in Natal. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Natal in August?

Yes, you can swim in Natal in August, the water temperature averaging at +27°C. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.

Is Natal rainy in August?

Natal is usually dry in August. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Natal in August?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Natal in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Brazil

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Monthly weather in Natal

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Natal, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.