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Fortaleza in December
Fortaleza weather in December - Brazil
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Fortaleza Weather in December

Plan your December trip to Fortaleza, Brazil. Based on 30 years of NASA data, expect temperatures of 30°C (high) to 25°C (low), with 12% rain probability and 8 hours of daily sunshine. The Atlantic Ocean averages 29°C in December. Great conditions with only 0 rainy days expected.

Avg High
30°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low
25°C

Coolest around day 22

Rainy Days
0days

12% avg rain chance

Sunshine
8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in December

Atlantic Ocean(Oceano Atlântico)

28.8°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel
🌴Tropical

Perfect for swimming and water sports

Swim Rating
✅Excellent for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water
Atlantic Ocean

Oceano Atlântico

Fortaleza coastline

Fortaleza December Weather Calendar

Click any day to see detailed weather information

Day 1
clear-day
Sunny
31°C7%
Day 2
clear-day
Sunny
31°C9%
Day 3
clear-day
Sunny
30°C11%
Day 4
clear-day
Sunny
30°C10%
Day 5
clear-day
Sunny
30°C11%
Day 6
clear-day
Sunny
30°C9%
Day 7
clear-day
Sunny
30°C8%
Day 8
clear-day
Sunny
30°C6%
Day 9
clear-day
Sunny
30°C5%
Day 10
clear-day
Sunny
30°C4%
Day 11
clear-day
Sunny
30°C3%
Day 12
clear-day
Sunny
30°C4%
Day 13
clear-day
Sunny
30°C7%
Day 14
clear-day
Sunny
30°C8%
Day 15
clear-day
Sunny
30°C12%
Day 16
clear-day
Sunny
30°C15%
Day 17
clear-day
Sunny
30°C17%
Day 18
clear-day
Sunny
30°C16%
Day 19
clear-day
Sunny
30°C18%
Day 20
clear-day
Sunny
30°C18%
Day 21
clear-day
Sunny
30°C18%
Day 22
clear-day
Sunny
30°C18%
Day 23
clear-day
Sunny
30°C16%
Day 24
clear-day
Sunny
30°C17%
Day 25
clear-day
Sunny
30°C15%
Day 26
clear-day
Sunny
30°C15%
Day 27
clear-day
Sunny
30°C15%
Day 28
clear-day
Sunny
30°C15%
Day 29
clear-day
Sunny
30°C13%
Day 30
clear-day
Sunny
30°C13%
Day 31
clear-day
Sunny
30°C17%

Essential Travel Info for Fortaleza

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Currency

BRL

R$ Brazilian real

Language

Portuguese

Driving

Right side

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.465

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Low Traffic
28/ 100
Traffic Index

Quieter airport

Peak Daily Arrivals

0

slots per day

Peak

May

Low

Feb

Monthly Traffic Distribution

66
Jan
46
Feb
47
Mar
66
Apr
69
May
52
Jun
62
Jul
51
Aug
51
Sep
52
Oct
54
Nov
59
Dec
Traffic Level
Low Season

Key Connections

São Paulo Guarulhos - Governador André Franco Montoro (GRU)
Rio de Janeiro RIOgaleão – Tom Jobim (GIG)
Brasília Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek (BSB)
Recife Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre (REC)
Belém Júlio Cezar Ribeiro (BEL)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

9 Recommendations
COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

There iselevated chikungunya riskin Brazil.Chikungunya vaccinationmay be considered for people traveling or moving to this location if they are planning to stay for an extended period of time (for example, 6 months or more).

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Brazil.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Brazil. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Brazil.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Brazil take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasAll areas in the states of Acre, Amapá, Amazonas, Rondônia, and RoraimaPresent in the states of Maranhão, Mato Grosso, and Pará, but rare cases in their capital cities (São Luis [capital of Maranhão], Cuiabá [capital of Mato Grosso], Belém [capital of Pará])Rare cases and sporadic foci of transmission in rural and forested areas in the states of Espírito Santo, Goiás, Minas Gerais, Mato Grosso do Sul, Piauí, Rio de Janeiro, São Paolo, and TocantinsNo malaria transmission in the cities of Brasília (the capital), Rio de Janeiro, or São PaoloNo malaria transmission at Iguaçu FallsDrug resistanceChloroquineSpeciesP. vivax(90%)P. falciparum(10%)Recommended chemoprophylaxisAtovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, tafenoquine2Areas with rare cases: No chemoprophylaxis recommended (insect bite precautions and mosquito avoidance only)4Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Fortaleza?

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Short Answer

Expect challenging weather in Fortaleza during December - 30°C combined with 74% humidity creates a heat index of 37°C. Air conditioning and strategic planning are essential.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Feels significantly hotter than 30.2°C

Heat index: 37°C due to 74% humidity

Warm tropical seas

28.8°C sea temperature - Hot Soup

Peak tourist season

86% of annual peak - expect crowds and high prices

Excellent dry conditions

Only 12% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Schistosomiasis

Good For

  • 🏖️
    Beach lovers

    28.8°C warm seas and 12% rain probability

  • 💑
    Honeymoon couples

    Wedding score 94/100 with romantic weather conditions

  • 💼
    Business travelers

    Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

  • 🎯
    Adventure seekers

    1.47m waves - good for surfing and water sports

Who Should Avoid

  • 💰
    Budget travelers

    Peak season means premium prices everywhere

  • 👴
    Elderly travelers

    Heat index of 37°C poses health risks

  • 🌡️
    Heat-sensitive visitors

    37°C feels-like temperature creates discomfort

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"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Fortaleza in December averages 30°C with 12% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Fortaleza in December

What are the temperatures in Fortaleza in December?

Daytime highs average 30°C, nights drop to 25°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Fortaleza in December?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Fortaleza in December?

Light, breathable fabrics. Don't forget sunglasses and a hat.

Is December peak season in Fortaleza?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.