Capital city in Federal District, Brazil
Brasília weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Brasília
May–Sep is dry and sunny. August–September air is very dry and dusty; Oct–Apr is warm and rainy with intense afternoon storms.
Brasília weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan26°209 mm
- Feb26°180 mm
- Mar25°197 mm
- Apr25°107 mm
- May25°25 mm
- Jun26°5 mm
- Jul27°2 mm
- Aug29°11 mm
- Sep31°32 mm
- Oct30°113 mm
- Nov27°200 mm
- Dec26°221 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C78°F | 17°C63°F | 209 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| February | 26°C78°F | 17°C63°F | 180 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| March | 25°C78°F | 17°C62°F | 197 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| April | 25°C78°F | 16°C60°F | 107 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| May | 25°C77°F | 13°C56°F | 25 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| June | 26°C78°F | 12°C53°F | 5 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| July | 27°C80°F | 12°C53°F | 2 mm | 54% | Pleasant |
| August | 29°C84°F | 14°C56°F | 11 mm | 44% | Pleasant |
| September | 31°C88°F | 16°C62°F | 32 mm | 43% | Pleasant |
| October | 30°C87°F | 18°C64°F | 113 mm | 57% | Pleasant |
| November | 27°C81°F | 17°C63°F | 200 mm | 76% | Rainy |
| December | 26°C79°F | 17°C63°F | 221 mm | 80% | Rainy |
Best months across Brazil
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Rio de Janeiro | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Feb (29°C) |
| São Paulo | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Oct (27°C) |
| Foz do Iguaçu | Mar–May, Aug–Oct | Jan (32°C) |
| Florianópolis | Feb–Apr, Nov–Dec | Feb (29°C) |
| Salvador | Sep–Feb | Mar (31°C) |
| Jericoacoara | Jul–Dec | Oct (35°C) |
| Ilha Grande | Apr–Jun, Aug–Oct | Jan (30°C) |
| Paraty | Apr–Jun, Aug–Oct | Feb (32°C) |
| Búzios | Apr–Jun, Sep–Nov | Feb (29°C) |
| Fernando de Noronha | Aug–Dec | Apr (28°C) |
| Recife | Sep–Feb | Feb (31°C) |
| Fortaleza | Jul–Dec | Nov (30°C) |
| Manaus | Jun–Oct | Sep (33°C) |
| Pipa | Sep–Feb | Mar (29°C) |
| Natal | Sep–Feb | Mar (29°C) |
| Maceió | Sep–Feb | Mar (30°C) |
| Belo Horizonte | May–Sep | Oct (30°C) |
| Brasília | May–Sep | Sep (31°C) |
| Itacaré | Oct–Mar | Mar (28°C) |
| Morro de São Paulo | Sep–Mar | Mar (29°C) |
| Chapada Diamantina | May–Sep | Oct (34°C) |
| Lençóis Maranhenses | Jun–Sep | Sep (31°C) |
| Bonito | Apr–Sep | Oct (34°C) |
| Ouro Preto | Apr–Sep | Oct (28°C) |
| Curitiba | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Dec (26°C) |
| Porto Alegre | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Feb (29°C) |
| Belém | Jul–Nov | Oct (33°C) |
| Balneário Camboriú | Nov–Mar | Feb (29°C) |
| Porto de Galinhas | Sep–Feb | Mar (30°C) |
| Gramado | May–Aug, Dec | Jan (24°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Brasília?
May–Sep. May–Sep is dry and sunny. August–September air is very dry and dusty; Oct–Apr is warm and rainy with intense afternoon storms.
When is the rainy season in Brasília?
Rain peaks in December with about 221 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Nov–Mar.
What is the hottest month in Brasília?
September, with average highs of 31°C (88°F).
How cold does Brasília get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 12°C (53°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.