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Ventilation guide for Manaus

Manaus sits in a tropical climate zone where high temperatures and very high humidity persist year-round. Monthly average temperatures typically range from 26–33°C with relative humidity between 75–90% across all seasons. In these conditions, outdoor air is often warmer and more humid than indoor air — meaning ventilation adds heat and moisture rather than removing it. Natural ventilation in Manaus serves mainly for air quality and CO₂ management rather than temperature reduction; air conditioning is the practical primary cooling tool.

The most useful ventilation windows in a tropical climate are during and immediately after rain events. Tropical showers temporarily lower both temperature and humidity, and the 30–60 minutes following a rainstorm are often the best outdoor conditions of the day. Morning hours before solar heating peaks — typically 5–8 AM — offer the lowest overnight temperatures of the day. Air quality is the primary variable to monitor: seasonal haze from agricultural burning, traffic particulates, and industrial pollution events can push AQI above safe ventilation thresholds even when temperatures would otherwise favour opening windows. The real-time AQI component of OpenWindow.live is especially important in tropical cities like Manaus.

Manaus: climate and the best hours to open the windows

In September, the warmest month in Manaus, afternoons reach 33 °C on average and nights fall to 26 °C. The coolest air arrives between 04:00 and 07:00 (26 °C on average): that is when opening the windows cools the home fastest.

On the hottest nights the outdoor air may stay warmer than indoors — open only if it is cooler outside, and close again by 07:00.

Fine particles (PM2.5) are usually lowest around 13:00 (11 µg/m³) and highest around 21:00 (17 µg/m³).

MonthAvg highAvg lowHumidityCoolest hoursPM2.5
January30 °C25 °C84%04:00–07:0010
February29 °C24 °C85%04:00–07:0010
March29 °C24 °C85%04:00–07:0010
April30 °C25 °C85%04:00–07:0010
May30 °C25 °C85%04:00–07:009
June30 °C24 °C84%04:00–07:0010
July31 °C25 °C78%04:00–07:0010
August33 °C25 °C73%04:00–07:0015
September33 °C26 °C72%04:00–07:0020
October33 °C26 °C75%04:00–07:0021
November32 °C25 °C78%04:00–07:0024
December30 °C25 °C84%04:00–07:0012

Data: Open-Meteo historical archive, hourly averages 2021–2025 (air quality 2023–2025), local time.

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Frequently asked questions

When is it best to open windows in Manaus?

In Manaus, the best ventilation times are typically early morning (5–8 AM) and late evening (after sunset) when outdoor temperatures drop below indoor levels.

Is it safe to leave windows open at night in Manaus?

Yes, in most weather conditions. Open windows can drop indoor temperature by 2–5°C in 30 minutes if outdoor air is cooler. Check the live recommendation above for tonight.

What outdoor humidity is too high for ventilation?

Above 80% humidity, opening windows can make indoor air feel sticky. Combine with dehumidifier or wait for drier hours.