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São Paulo weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to São Paulo
Apr–May and Sep–Oct are mild. Dec–Mar is warm with daily storms and flooding; Jun–Aug is cool and dry, with haze in Aug–Sep.
São Paulo weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan27°230 mm
- Feb27°175 mm
- Mar26°145 mm
- Apr25°84 mm
- May22°67 mm
- Jun22°58 mm
- Jul22°61 mm
- Aug24°36 mm
- Sep26°68 mm
- Oct27°104 mm
- Nov26°148 mm
- Dec27°177 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C80°F | 18°C65°F | 230 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| February | 27°C81°F | 18°C65°F | 175 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| March | 26°C79°F | 17°C63°F | 145 mm | 85% | Pleasant |
| April | 25°C77°F | 16°C60°F | 84 mm | 84% | Pleasant |
| May | 22°C72°F | 12°C54°F | 67 mm | 84% | Pleasant |
| June | 22°C71°F | 11°C52°F | 58 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| July | 22°C71°F | 10°C51°F | 61 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| August | 24°C75°F | 11°C52°F | 36 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| September | 26°C79°F | 13°C55°F | 68 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| October | 27°C81°F | 15°C58°F | 104 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| November | 26°C80°F | 16°C60°F | 148 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| December | 27°C81°F | 17°C63°F | 177 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 São Paulo?
Apr–May, Sep–Oct. Apr–May and Sep–Oct are mild. Dec–Mar is warm with daily storms and flooding; Jun–Aug is cool and dry, with haze in Aug–Sep.
When is the rainy season in São Paulo?
Rain peaks in January with about 230 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Dec–Feb.
What is the hottest month in São Paulo?
October, with average highs of 27°C (81°F).
How cold does São Paulo get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 10°C (51°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Metrô São Paulo
- SPTrans
- GRU Airport
- Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein
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.