Best Time to Visit Brazil
Month-by-month climate guide for planning a trip to Brazil.
Brazil does not have a month that clearly fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. Its warmest and driest window is around January (26.5°C / 79.7°F) and August (85 mm / 3.3 in rainfall) — usually the practical travel choice. The drier half of the year covers April–October, while the wetter half runs through November–March. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 21.5°C / 70.7°F in July to 26.5°C / 79.7°F in January, and monthly rainfall from 85 mm / 3.3 in (August) to 245 mm / 9.6 in (January). Brazil's climate is broadly tropical. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Brazil can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| August | 22.5°C72.5°F | 85 mm3.3″ | Tropical |
| July | 21.5°C70.7°F | 90 mm3.5″ | — |
| June | 22°C71.6°F | 105 mm4.1″ | Tropical |
No month in Brazil fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The three above are the driest-and-warmest fallback.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Brazil?
Brazil doesn't have a month that clearly matches our sunny profiles at a national average. The practical travel window centres on August (driest, ~85 mm / 3.3 in) and January (warmest, 26.5°C / 79.7°F). Regional variation within Brazil can be significant — city and subdivision pages give a more localised view.
When is the rainy season in Brazil?
The rainy season in Brazil runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 180 mm / 7.1 in. The wettest single month is January, averaging 245 mm / 9.6 in.
What is the dry season in Brazil?
The drier half of the year in Brazil covers April–October, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 180 mm / 7.1 in. The driest single month is August with about 85 mm / 3.3 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Brazil?
The least comfortable months for travel in Brazil — based on our climate data — are January, March, May, June, July, August, December. These are Brazil's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 245 mm / 9.6 in in January, and temperatures bottom out at 21.5°C / 70.7°F in July.
Is there a shoulder season in Brazil?
Shoulder-season months in Brazil — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.