The climate of Brazil

The current climate in Brazil features temperatures ranging from a high of 33°C to a low of 27°C throughout the year. 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.

Average temperatures and precipitation

This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Brazil.

Temperature records

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.

Rainfall amount

On average, Brazil receives 644 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.

The climate in Brazil is based on weather data from Rio de Janeiro. Other places, like Salvador, Pipa or Recife, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Brazil to get the full picture of the climate.

Best time to visit Brazil?

The best time to visit Brazil for sunny weather is January through December. During this period, you'll have nice 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, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Temp. max (°C) 33 32 31 29 27 27 27 27 28 29 29 31
Temp. min (°C) 25 24 24 22 20 19 18 18 20 21 22 23
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Precipitation (mm) 84 107 86 56 26 24 5,6 28 32 47 70 78
UV Index 8 8 8 7 6 6 6 6 7 7 7 8

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Popular destinations in Brazil

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Temperature charts

These charts display the average temperatures in Brazil. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Average Temperature per Month in Brazil

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Yearly Temperature in Brazil

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Brazil. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.

Average Precipitation per Month in Brazil

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Total Yearly Precipitation in Brazil

UV index chart

This chart 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.

Average UV Index per Month in Brazil

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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was here in June Weather experience:Excellent

Brazil was great I hope we can come back again sometime. It was warm and nice and sunny it was between 28 and 30 degrees and there was a lot to do.

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was here in October Weather experience:Okay

Lots of rain, but still warm, temperature around 25 degrees. The sun was pleasant, but the high humidity could affect comfort.

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was here in May Weather experience:Excellent

The temperature was pleasant 20-28 degrees and although it rained occasionally, it was refreshing. Overall, there was plenty of sunshine.

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was here in December Weather experience:Good

December 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!

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was here in April Weather experience:Good

The temperature was perfect for traveling or just relaxing. Despite some rainy days, refreshing rain complemented the tropical climate. We will definitely be back!

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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.