City in Bahia, Brazil
Salvador weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Salvador
Sep–Mar is drier and sunny; Dec–Feb is hot and busiest, with Carnival in Feb/Mar. Apr–Jul is the rainy season with heavy showers.
Salvador weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan30°83 mm
- Feb31°87 mm
- Mar31°100 mm
- Apr30°147 mm
- May28°166 mm
- Jun27°138 mm
- Jul26°128 mm
- Aug26°96 mm
- Sep28°71 mm
- Oct29°69 mm
- Nov30°72 mm
- Dec31°57 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C87°F | 24°C75°F | 83 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| February | 31°C87°F | 24°C76°F | 87 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| March | 31°C87°F | 24°C76°F | 100 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| April | 30°C85°F | 24°C76°F | 147 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| May | 28°C83°F | 23°C74°F | 166 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| June | 27°C80°F | 22°C72°F | 138 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| July | 26°C79°F | 22°C71°F | 128 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| August | 26°C79°F | 21°C70°F | 96 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| September | 28°C82°F | 22°C71°F | 71 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| October | 29°C84°F | 22°C72°F | 69 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| November | 30°C86°F | 23°C74°F | 72 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| December | 31°C87°F | 24°C75°F | 57 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
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 Salvador?
Sep–Feb. Sep–Mar is drier and sunny; Dec–Feb is hot and busiest, with Carnival in Feb/Mar. Apr–Jul is the rainy season with heavy showers.
When is the rainy season in Salvador?
Rain peaks in May with about 166 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May.
What is the hottest month in Salvador?
March, with average highs of 31°C (87°F).
How cold does Salvador get?
The coolest nights are in August, averaging 21°C (70°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. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.