South America · Climate guide
Best time to visit Brazil
The best time to visit Brazil is Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Mar, Jul–Aug, Nov are also good.
Brazil weather by month
Rio is hottest Dec–Mar; the Amazon is driest Jul–Nov.
- Jan: Not ideal
- Feb: Not ideal
- Mar: Good
- Apr: Ideal
- May: Ideal
- Jun: Ideal
- Jul: Good
- Aug: Good
- Sep: Ideal
- Oct: Ideal
- Nov: Good
- Dec: Not ideal
| Month | Weather | Ideal elsewhere |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not ideal | 62 countries |
| February | Not ideal | 67 countries |
| March | Good | 64 countries |
| April | Ideal | 62 countries |
| May | Ideal | 83 countries |
| June | Ideal | 85 countries |
| July | Good | 51 countries |
| August | Good | 52 countries |
| September | Ideal | 84 countries |
| October | Ideal | 53 countries |
| November | Good | 50 countries |
| December | Not ideal | 51 countries |
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Cost of a month in Brazil
Mid-range. A rough guide for one person staying a month: $2,000–$3,000 for rent, food and getting around. Book the best months early; prices climb with the weather.
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Questions about visiting Brazil
When is the best time to visit Brazil?
The best time to visit Brazil for weather is Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Rio is hottest Dec–Mar; the Amazon is driest Jul–Nov.
Which months should I avoid in Brazil?
Dec–Feb are the least comfortable months in Brazil, usually because of heat, heavy rain, storms or cold. Prices can be lower then, so it depends on what you care about most.
Is it worth visiting Brazil outside the best months?
Often, yes. Mar, Jul–Aug, Nov are still good months in Brazil, with a little more rain or heat but usually fewer crowds and better prices.
How much does a month in Brazil cost?
Brazil is mid-range for long stays. A rough guide for one person living there for a month is $2,000–$3,000, including rent, food and getting around. Your style matters more than the country.
Where else has great weather at the same time as Brazil?
Nearby countries with ideal weather in the same months include Bolivia, Argentina, Paraguay, Peru.
General guidance based on typical seasonal weather, not a forecast. Big countries have several climates. Always check current travel advisories and entry rules before you book.