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Recife in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Recife in October and see if it is worth visiting.
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October

Weather in Recife in October 2025

Good Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Warm water
Are you considering a trip to Recife in October? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +28°C and about 1 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 25 rainy days and 47 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+28°C
Avg. max. temperature
+20°C
Min.
+32°C
Max.
47 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
25 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Recife has good weather in October.

Average temperature in Recife in October

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

The temperature in October is +29°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +30°C during the day and a minimum of +23°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 14% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +28°C to +29°C.

Is Recife warm or cold in October?

Recife is typically warm in October.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +27°C to +28°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +23°C to +24°C.

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

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Recife:

Water temperature in Recife in October

Water in Recife in October 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 +28°C.

In October, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Recife are reached in April, when the average sea temperature rises to +29°C. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +26°C.

Can you swim in Recife in October?

You can absolutely swim in Recife in October, 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 Recife in October

Recife weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+27°C+28°C+29°C
Min. temperature
+19°C+20°C+21°C
Max. temperature
+32°C+32°C+33°C
Rainfall
67 mm47 mm42 mm
Wind
4 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+26°C+27°C+27°C
Humidity
75%73%72%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1013 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
111
Cloudy days
466
Rainy days
252523
Snowy days
000

October often has better weather than September. It’s getting warmer as October arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +27°C to +28°C during the day. As October arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 67 mm to 47 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 75% to 73%. Winds are calmer in comparison to September, going down from 4 m/s to 3 m/s on average. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.

November brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Recife in October 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 Recife is gradually increasing during October, going from 3 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Recife based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in October stands at 35%, leading to total precipitation of around 18 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 3 mm, which is considered light rain. October is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Recife wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 93% chance of precipitation and 177 mm of rainfall per day. November, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 77% chance of precipitation and 42 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Recife?

This is the weather in Recife in October 2023:
1 October
☁️
+28°C
2 October
☁️
+28°C
3 October
☁️
+29°C
4 October
☁️
+29°C
5 October
☁️
+29°C
6 October
🌧️
+28°C
7 October
🌧️
+28°C
8 October
☁️
+29°C
9 October
☁️
+29°C
10 October
☁️
+28°C
11 October
☁️
+28°C
12 October
☁️
+29°C
13 October
☁️
+29°C
14 October
☁️
+29°C
15 October
☁️
+29°C
16 October
☁️
+28°C
17 October
☁️
+28°C
18 October
☁️
+28°C
19 October
☁️
+29°C
20 October
☁️
+28°C
21 October
🌧️
+29°C
22 October
☁️
+29°C
23 October
☁️
+28°C
24 October
☁️
+29°C
25 October
☀️
+29°C
26 October
☁️
+30°C
27 October
☁️
+29°C
28 October
☁️
+29°C
29 October
☁️
+29°C
30 October
☁️
+30°C
31 October
☁️
+29°C
In October 2023 Recife had 1 sunny days, 27 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +29°C, with an absolute maximum of +30°C and a minimum of +28°C. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 47%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 1 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

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

The climate in Recife in October has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+27°C) and the highest in 2020 (+30°C). The driest year was 1993 with only 701 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2000 with 1935 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Recife in October:

Is October a good time to visit Recife?

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

Can you sunbathe in Recife in October?

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

Can you swim in Recife in October?

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

Is Recife rainy in October?

Recife is usually dry in October. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Recife in October?

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

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Monthly weather in Recife

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Recife, 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.