Nascentes do Rio Parnaíba National Park
National Park Protected park safeguarding Parnaíba river headwaters
National park protecting headwaters of the Parnaíba River in northeastern Brazil; visited for cerrado landscapes, rivers, and hiking in a sparsely settled region.
How to Get to Nascentes do Rio Parnaíba National Park #
The park lies in the interior of Brazil; access is typically by car from regional towns in the states surrounding the Parnaíba basin. Long dirt roads and seasonal tracks mean visitors should arrange transport and guides in advance.
Tips for Visiting Nascentes do Rio Parnaíba National Park #
- Hire a local guide familiar with regional access; roads can be rough and signage sparse.
- Bring sun protection and water; this is a dry, open region with long distances between services.
- Plan for basic camping or limited lodge availability; infrastructure around the park is minimal.
Best Time to Visit Nascentes do Rio Parnaíba National Park #
Best in the dry season for overland access; services are sparse year‑round so plan logistics carefully.
Weather & Climate near Nascentes do Rio Parnaíba National Park #
Nascentes do Rio Parnaíba National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 14°C to 35°C. Abundant rainfall (1167 mm/year), wettest in January with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (207 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Heavy rain (203 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (163 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 32°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 32°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (165 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (183 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
