Town in Minas Gerais, Brazil
Ouro Preto weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Ouro Preto
Apr–Sep is dry, clear and cool, with cold nights in Jun–Aug. Oct–Mar is rainy; Carnival and Holy Week draw large crowds.
Ouro Preto weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan25°223 mm
- Feb25°138 mm
- Mar24°154 mm
- Apr24°53 mm
- May22°30 mm
- Jun22°14 mm
- Jul23°8 mm
- Aug25°18 mm
- Sep27°46 mm
- Oct28°90 mm
- Nov25°195 mm
- Dec24°264 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C76°F | 16°C61°F | 223 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| February | 25°C76°F | 16°C60°F | 138 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| March | 24°C76°F | 15°C60°F | 154 mm | 84% | Pleasant |
| April | 24°C75°F | 14°C57°F | 53 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| May | 22°C72°F | 11°C52°F | 30 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| June | 22°C72°F | 10°C50°F | 14 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| July | 23°C73°F | 9°C49°F | 8 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| August | 25°C77°F | 10°C50°F | 18 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| September | 27°C81°F | 12°C53°F | 46 mm | 61% | Pleasant |
| October | 28°C82°F | 14°C57°F | 90 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| November | 25°C77°F | 15°C58°F | 195 mm | 78% | Rainy |
| December | 24°C76°F | 16°C60°F | 264 mm | 84% | 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 Ouro Preto?
Apr–Sep. Apr–Sep is dry, clear and cool, with cold nights in Jun–Aug. Oct–Mar is rainy; Carnival and Holy Week draw large crowds.
When is the rainy season in Ouro Preto?
Rain peaks in December with about 264 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Mar, Nov–Jan.
What is the hottest month in Ouro Preto?
October, with average highs of 28°C (82°F).
How cold does Ouro Preto get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 9°C (49°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Prefeitura de Ouro Preto
- UNESCO World Heritage: Historic Town of Ouro Preto
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 1.1°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.