Serra das Confusões National Park
National Park Brazilian national park protecting Caatinga biome and canyons
Protected park in Piauí conserving Caatinga scrub, sandstone plateaus, deep canyons and seasonal rivers; visitors hike trails, watch endemic birds and pass through small rural towns.
How to Get to Serra das Confusões National Park #
The park is best accessed from the nearest towns in Piauí state; roads are long and often unpaved. Most visitors arrange transport from the region’s municipal centers and hire local guides for on-site navigation.
Tips for Visiting Serra das Confusões National Park #
- Hire a local guide - the park's trails and rock art sites are remote and guidance increases both safety and understanding.
- Bring a satellite-capable map or GPS - phone signal is scarce across large parts of the park.
- Plan for long travel times between points: roads inside Piauí are slow and often unpaved.
Best Time to Visit Serra das Confusões National Park #
May-October (dry season) is the preferred time for longer treks and visiting archaeological sites.
Weather & Climate near Serra das Confusões National Park #
Serra das Confusões National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 17°C to 34°C. Moderate rainfall (868 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (140 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (143 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (151 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is the warmest month with highs of 34°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is warm, feeling like 27°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
