What’s the climate like in Brazil?
The current climate of Brazil features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 33°C during the day to lows of 27°C. The average yearly temperature is around 30°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 17°C and in the warmer months around 24°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Brazil in recent years was 40°C in April 2015. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 17°C in August 2014.
On average, Brazil receives 644 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, UK gets 701 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate of Brazil is based on weather data from Rio de Janeiro. Other spots, like Salvador, Pipa or Recife, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Brazil for a full picture of the climate.
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Best time to visit Brazil?
The best time to visit Brazil for sunny weather is January through December. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Brazil.
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Climate Table of Brazil
The climate table of Brazil shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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- Average yearly temperature: 30°C
- Highest temperature: 33°C in January
- Lowest temperature: 27°C in May, June, July and August
- Precipitation: 644 mm per year, averaging 54 mm per month
- Driest months: 5,6 mm in July, 24 mm in June and 26 mm in May
- Wettest months: 107 mm in February, 86 mm in March and 84 mm in January
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Average Temperature per Month in Brazil
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Brazil. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Brazil
This graph shows how much precipitation Brazil gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Brazil
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Brazil. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Brazil
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Brazil. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Brazil
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Brazil over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Best Time to Visit Brazil
For many travellers, the best time to travel to Brazil is in the summer months from December to March. The choice of month may depend on the carnival in Rio de Janeiro or the rain forecast in the Amazon. The regions you visit also determine the best time to travel to Brazil.
Winter lasts from June to September, but the further north you go, the higher the temperature and humidity. In fact, the Northeast is too hot to have winters. Brazil is a year-round travel destination with different climatic extremes. But none of them are severe enough to discourage you from travelling to any part of the country at any given time.
Fortunately, the sea temperature is pleasant between 27°C and 30°C all year round.
Weather experiences in Brazil
The weather in Brazil is rated an average of 3,5 out of 5 stars by 6 visitors. Have you been to Brazil? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Lots of rain, but still warm, temperature around 25 degrees. The sun was pleasant, but the high humidity could affect comfort.— This text is automatically translated to English
Mathijs van den Ouweland – was here in DecemberDecember proved surprisingly warm in Brazil, with an average temperature of 30 degrees. It rained coolly from time to time, but it had its own charm. The evenings were atmospheric, with beautiful sunsets. Highly recommended for the winter months!— This text is automatically translated to English
Fleur Janissen – was here in April
The temperature was perfect for travelling or just relaxing. Despite some rainy days, refreshing rain complemented the tropical climate. We will definitely come back!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Brazil by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Brazil. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
