Which is the hottest month in Brazil?

The hottest time of year in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil is normally January. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 30°C with high heat and humidity.

Best time to visit Brazil

Q: When is the best time to visit Brazil?

The best time to visit Brazil (Rio de Janeiro) is April, May, June, July and August based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Brazil?

In terms of rainfall, December is usually the wettest month in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil with 207mm on average. There are normally 21 days in December with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Brazil?

The sunniest time of year in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 56% of daylight hours; that's 6 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in Brazil?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in February when the water temperature reaches 26°C.

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When is the best time to visit Brazil?

The best time to visit Brazil (Rio de Janeiro) is April, May, June, July and August based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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The weather guide for Brazil (Rio de Janeiro) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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Brazil weather overview

Brazil is massive. It is larger than the United States and contains almost half the land mass of South America, although it does not include the Andes within its borders. Most of the country lies within the tropics and has a hot, steamy climate. The largest regions are the Amazon Basin, which occupies the north and centre of Brazil, and the Brazilian plateau, which includes Brasilia and lies to the south and east of the Basin.

Then there is the narrow Atlantic coastal plain and the country's southern states which, because they lie outside the tropics, have a temperate climate and can be chilly in the winter months (May to September). Rainy seasons vary from region to region. In the Amazon Basin, which is the world's largest equatorial area, the rains come mainly between December and April although there can be downpours at any time of the year.

The northeast is much drier with unpredictable rainfall from year to year. Recife, at the top of the Atlantic coastal plain, has its wettest months from April to August whereas Rio de Janeiro, at the bottom end, is moderately wet all year with heavier rainfall between November and April. The southern states experience some rain throughout the year.

What to pack for Brazil weather

Pack light cotton clothes and waterproofs geared to the region you are visiting. Take warmer wear for visits to the south, if you are travelling between May and September, and sturdy boots as well as plenty of insect repellent if visiting the Amazon.

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Brazil - quick facts
Flight time^✝	12 hours
Time difference	UK -2 to -4 hours
Language(s)	Portuguese
Currency	Brazilian Real
Electricity	C + N plug (127 or 220V)
Driving side	Right

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Which month has the most rain in Brazil?

In terms of rainfall, January is usually the wettest month in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil with 0mm on average. There are normally no days in January with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Brazil?

The sunniest time of year in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil is normally January with bright sunshine on average for 0% of daylight hours; that's 0 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Brazil?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in January when the water temperature reaches 0°C.

What is the flight time to Brazil from the UK?

The flight time to Brazil from the UK is typically 12 hours.

What is the time difference between Brazil and the UK?

The time difference between Brazil and the UK is UK time-2 to UK time-4 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Brazil?

The main language spoken in Brazil is Portuguese.

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What is the currency in Brazil?

The currency in Brazil is the Brazilian Real (BRL).

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Which plugs are used in Brazil?

Brazil uses electrical plug type C + N (127 or 220 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Brazil?

They drive on the right side of the road in Brazil.

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