Climate for Station: Tancredo Neves Intl, Minas Gerais, Brazil

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Climate Analysis & Overview

Aeroporto Internacional Tancredo Neves, located in the southeastern region of Brazil, presents a complex climate profile with contrasting trends. Over the long term, temperatures are rising, but the last decade has seen a cooling trend in lows. Precipitation is becoming slightly more concentrated, indicating potential shifts in weather patterns.

Climatic Context and Geographical Influence

Tancredo Neves International Airport is situated in the Região Sudeste of Brazil, specifically within the geographical bounds of Minas Gerais. The area is characterised by a Cwa Köppen climate classification, which denotes a subtropical highland climate with dry winters and wet summers. The local geography, including its proximity to the Serra do Curral mountain range, plays a significant role in influencing weather patterns, often moderating extreme temperatures and affecting precipitation distribution.

Temperature Trends: A Dual Narrative

The temperature trends at Tancredo Neves reveal a nuanced story. Over the all-time record, there has been a 0.17°C (0.31°F) rise in high temperatures, indicating a warming trend. This aligns with broader regional climate goals focused on understanding and mitigating temperature increases. Conversely, the last decade has shown a cooling trend in low temperatures, with a notable decrease of 0.65°C (1.17°F). This divergence between long-term warming and recent cooling underscores the complexity of local climate dynamics.

Precipitation Patterns: Concentration on the Rise

The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) at Tancredo Neves has experienced a marginal increase from a baseline of 17.75 to a current value of 17.92. PCI measures how precipitation is distributed over time, with higher values indicating more concentrated rainfall events. While the change is slight, it suggests a trend towards more intense but less frequent rainfall, a pattern that could have implications for water management and agricultural practices in the region.

Temperature Extremes: Records of Note

The station's temperature records highlight the extremes experienced in this region. The highest recorded temperature stands at 39.0°C (102.2°F), while the lowest is 1.5°C (34.7°F). These extremes provide a framework for understanding the potential range of thermal conditions that can be expected, informing both infrastructure planning and emergency preparedness.

Regional Implications and Future Considerations

The climate data from Tancredo Neves is a microcosm of the broader climatic shifts occurring in Brazil. As the country works towards its climate goals, understanding these localised trends becomes crucial. The recent cooling in lows contrasts with the long-term warming of highs, while the slight increase in precipitation concentration points to evolving weather patterns. These insights are vital for developing adaptive strategies in response to climate variability.

Station Statistics

10-Year Trend

High: -0.02 °C/decade

Low: -0.65 °C/decade

Rain: -1.12 mm/decade

25-Year Trend

High: +0.42 °C/decade

Low: +0.71 °C/decade

Rain: -0.55 mm/decade

50-Year Trend

High: +0.41 °C/decade

Low: +0.44 °C/decade

Rain: -0.37 mm/decade

All-Time Trend

High: +0.17 °C/decade

Low: +0.26 °C/decade

Rain: -0.11 mm/decade

Percentage Above-Average Days

Last 12 Months: 50.4%

This Year: 40.4%

Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️

Last 12 Months: 17.9

Historical Average: 17.8

Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️

High: 80th percentile

Low: 81st percentile

Rain: 3rd percentile

Change in Variance ℹ️

High: +1.9%

Low: -15.3%

Intraday: -28.2%

Data Coverage

80.4%

First Year of Data

1941

Station Location

Historical Weather Records

Max HighAvg HighMin HighMax AvgAvg AvgMin AvgMax LowAvg LowMin LowMax PrecipitationAvg PrecipitationMax SnowAvg Snow
Record39.0 °C14.1 °C30.8 °C10.1 °C24.2 °C1.5 °C137.5 mm
January36.0 °C27.8 °C17.5 °C28.9 °C22.9 °C16.0 °C23.8 °C18.7 °C13.7 °C137.5 mm8.2 mm
February37.4 °C28.1 °C19.4 °C29.8 °C23.1 °C17.3 °C24.0 °C18.7 °C12.6 °C102.0 mm5.7 mm
March34.8 °C27.7 °C19.5 °C28.4 °C22.7 °C14.5 °C23.0 °C18.3 °C11.7 °C77.0 mm4.8 mm
April32.5 °C27.1 °C17.8 °C27.4 °C21.6 °C13.7 °C22.0 °C16.7 °C7.8 °C50.5 mm1.8 mm
May33.5 °C25.8 °C17.0 °C27.1 °C19.5 °C11.3 °C20.3 °C14.1 °C5.8 °C26.4 mm0.6 mm
June31.6 °C25.1 °C15.7 °C25.0 °C18.2 °C10.1 °C19.0 °C12.4 °C1.5 °C34.6 mm0.2 mm
July32.0 °C25.2 °C14.1 °C23.9 °C18.0 °C10.4 °C19.0 °C12.0 °C2.5 °C19.5 mm0.1 mm
August34.7 °C27.0 °C16.6 °C28.2 °C19.6 °C12.2 °C20.0 °C13.3 °C4.4 °C21.0 mm0.3 mm
September38.0 °C28.9 °C17.5 °C29.8 °C21.5 °C14.0 °C23.0 °C15.6 °C6.0 °C30.3 mm1.1 mm
October38.9 °C29.1 °C17.0 °C29.8 °C22.5 °C13.2 °C23.0 °C17.5 °C9.2 °C111.0 mm3.4 mm
November39.0 °C28.0 °C16.2 °C30.8 °C22.3 °C13.1 °C24.2 °C18.0 °C9.9 °C81.0 mm6.6 mm
December37.0 °C27.4 °C17.0 °C29.2 °C22.4 °C15.7 °C23.0 °C18.6 °C12.2 °C111.5 mm9.3 mm

Data Visualisations

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Current Year Climate Trends vs Historical

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Climate 12-Month Moving Averages

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Daily Data Points and Averages Throughout the Year

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Daily Data Points and Averages Throughout the Year - Average Min Temperature Throughout Year
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