General & Geographical Location
Abbreviated as REC by abbreviationfinder, Recife is the capital of the Brazilian state of Pernambuco and is home to over four million people. This makes Recife the fourth largest metropolis in the country. It is also called Pernambuco by non-Brazilians. The most important urban center of northeast Brazil is partly on the mainland and partly on an island.
Divided by waterways, it is often called the Brazilian Venice. The beautiful natural harbor, surrounded by a coral reef, has modern facilities. Recife exports large quantities of the hinterland’s products, including sugar, cotton and coffee. The majority of the workforce is employed in the service sector. Tourism expanded rapidly in the late 1990s. The city is a transport center with an international airport and good rail and motorway facilities.
The city was founded by the Portuguese in 1548. As a port for the nearby Olinda, the city was settled by fishermen and sailors. The metropolis was sacked by the British in 1595 and prospered by the Dutch (1630-54) under Maurice von Nassau. An Allied air force base was there during World War II.
The city has three universities and several research centers and museums. It has long been famous for its intellectual groups and political ferment. In addition to its modern buildings, Recife has a 17th century cathedral, a Dutch fortress, an ornate government palace and the ruins of the first synagogue in the New World, which flourished during the Dutch era.
Climate in Recife
Recife is on the coast and near the equator. The weather is categorized as tropical wet and dry but also as “tropical monsoon”, with clear characteristics of both climatic conditions. These are ideal conditions for Brazil’s rainforests.
However, the cool breeze that blows from the waters of the Atlantic ensures that temperatures never get extremely hot. This makes the region very pleasant, especially for European tourists.
October to December are the driest months, from March to mid- August there is usually a rainy season in Recife. The temperatures are stable around 30 degrees all year round, the nighttime values are also constant at 26 to 27 degrees. April,May, June and July are the wettest months in Recife.
When is the best time to visit Recife?
Any season is generally good for a trip to Recife, although the seasonal differences should be noted. The seasons are opposite to those in Europe, the Brazilian midsummer is therefore between the beginning of December and the end of February with the highest perceived temperatures.
The best travel time is outside the rainy season in Recife, so we particularly recommend the travel time from September to February. August also usually offers good conditions and, despite the European school holidays, reasonable prices. The absolute high season in Recife is around Christmas in December and Carnival.
Temperatures, precipitation, sunshine
| Jan | Feb | March | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
| Daytime temperature | 30 ° C | 30 ° C | 30 ° C | 30 ° C | 29 ° C | 29 ° C | 27 ° C | 28 ° C | 28 ° C | 29 ° C | 30 ° C | 30 ° C |
| Night temperature | 22 ° C | 23 ° C | 23 ° C | 23 ° C | 22 ° C | 22 ° C | 21 ° C | 21 ° C | 21 ° C | 21 ° C | 22 ° C | 22 ° C |
| Water temperature | 27 ° C | 27 ° C | 27 ° C | 27 ° C | 27 ° C | 27 ° C | 26 ° C | 26 ° C | 26 ° C | 26 ° C | 27 ° C | 27 ° C |
| Precipitation in mm | 103 | 144 | 265 | 326 | 329 | 390 | 386 | 214 | 123 | 66 | 48 | 65 |
| Rainy days | 12 | 12 | 16 | 19 | 21st | 22 | 23 | 19 | 15 | 11 | 8 | 9 |
| Hours of sunshine | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 8 |
| Sunrise | 5:15 | 5:25 | 5:25 | 5:20 | 5:25 | 5:30 | 5:35 | 5:30 | 5:15 | 4:55 | 4:50 | 4:55 |
| Sunset | 17:45 | 17:45 | 17:35 | 17:15 | 17:10 | 17:10 | 17:15 | 17:20 | 17:15 | 17:15 | 17:20 | 17:30 |
Temperatures
The annual average temperature is 25.5 ° C. For comparison: Munich reaches an average of 8.6 ° C, in Berlin it is 9.6 ° C. The warmest month is January (26.4 ° C), coldest month of August, with mean values of 24.1 ° C. The maximum water temperature is 27 ° C. Comfortable bathing is possible at these temperatures. All months have a water temperature of at least 21 ° C and are therefore suitable for a beach holiday.
Precipitation
The annual precipitation is 2457 mm on 187 days with precipitation. For comparison: In Munich, 967 mm, in Berlin 570 mm, precipitation is measured annually. The months of March, April, May, June, July and August are considered the rainy season, as more than 175 mm of precipitation can be expected per month. Overall, around 1908.9 mm of precipitation can be expected in the rainy season. Snowfall is generally not expected in any month.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, November is the sunniest month with an average of 8.9 hours of sunshine per day. On average over the year, the sun shines an average of 7 hours a day. For comparison: In Munich and Berlin, the sun shines an average of 4.7 hours per day throughout the year.
Cities nearby
The following larger towns are nearby and have a similar climate: Jaboatão, Jaboatão dos Guararapes, Olinda, Paulista, Cabo de Santo Agostinho, Camaragibe, Cabo, Vitória de Santo Antão, São Lourenço da Mata and Igarassu.
Sights & attractions
Recife is the main industrial area in the country and one of the main zones in the northeast. Hence, it is a major attraction not only for tourists but also for business travelers. The Northeast region is developing rapidly and is focused on its tourist attractions and the infrastructure necessary to sustain an influx of visitors.
Its magnificent beaches are one of the main attractions, Porto de Galinhas is one of the most famous and popular. Other popular beaches are Boa Viagem, Pina and Brasilia Teimosa. Recife was one of the 12 proud host cities of the 2014 FIFA World Cup. To accommodate the uprising of millions of football fans during that time, the city has undergone major restructuring and expansion in terms of transportation, accommodation, sports facilities and attractions.
One of the most popular tourist attractions in Recife is the Mercado de São José. This is a very popular market for those interested in history with historical structures. Another highlight is the São Pedro Cathedral from 1782. Around this old church are exquisitely restored colonial houses, restaurants, bistros and bars.
Recife weather in March, April and May
Daily temperatures averaging 29 to 30 ° C can be expected over the next three months. The temperatures hardly fluctuate during this time.
Do you want to go on a beach holiday? The water temperatures are in March, April and May at about 27 ° C. This is great weather for a great time on the beach and in the water.
The expected rainfall is around 16 days in March, around 19 days in April and around 21 days in May.
In the period from March to May , the sun shines an average of 6 to 7 hours a day. The sunniest weather is in March in Recife, with a little less sun you will have to make do with April.
