Climate of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
Area-weighted average across Rio Grande do Sul. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Rio Grande do Sul, a subdivision of Brazil, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 13.5°C / 56.3°F in July to 23.8°C / 74.8°F in January, with rainfall from 119 mm / 4.7 in to 147 mm / 5.8 in depending on the season (1589 mm / 62.6 in total across the year). See the 3 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.8°C74.8°F | 138 mm5.4″ | — |
| February | 23.5°C74.3°F | 139 mm5.5″ | — |
| March | 22.1°C71.8°F | 135 mm5.3″ | — |
| April | 18.9°C66°F | 132 mm5.2″ | — |
| May | 15.9°C60.6°F | 125 mm4.9″ | — |
| June | 13.7°C56.7°F | 133 mm5.2″ | — |
| July | 13.5°C56.3°F | 127 mm5″ | — |
| August | 14.6°C58.3°F | 124 mm4.9″ | — |
| September | 16°C60.8°F | 147 mm5.8″ | — |
| October | 18.4°C65.1°F | 144 mm5.7″ | — |
| November | 21.2°C70.2°F | 119 mm4.7″ | — |
| December | 22.8°C73°F | 126 mm5″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Rio Grande do Sul?
Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is January at 23.8°C / 74.8°F, and the driest is November at 119 mm / 4.7 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Rio Grande do Sul?
Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 13.5°C / 56.3°F in July to 23.8°C / 74.8°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 1589 mm / 62.6 in, with the wettest month being September (147 mm / 5.8 in) and the driest November (119 mm / 4.7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Rio Grande do Sul?
The hottest month in Rio Grande do Sul is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.8°C / 74.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Rio Grande do Sul?
The coldest month in Rio Grande do Sul is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 13.5°C / 56.3°F.
When does it rain most in Rio Grande do Sul?
The wettest month in Rio Grande do Sul is September, averaging about 147 mm / 5.8 in of rainfall. The driest is November with about 119 mm / 4.7 in.