São Paulo, Brazil experiences average highs of 25°C (77°F) and lows of 16°C (61°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 11 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
São Paulo, Brazil Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for São Paulo, Brazil. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Apr–Sep 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
8.1/10
Best: April, May, July, August, September
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 25°C / 16°C
Feels Like 26°C / 17°C
Rainy Days 11
Rainfall 97 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 80%
Wind Speed 16 km/h
Dew Point 17°C
Hottest Month
27°C
January
Avg Low20°C
Rain22days
Coldest Month
12°C
July
Avg High22°C
Rain2days
Driest Month
2days
July
Avg High22°C
Avg Low12°C
Windiest Month
18 km/h
October (Gusts 39)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, December due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:48
Daylight 10.7h
Sunset 17:29
Live conditions—
São Paulo on the map · live conditions
São Paulo, Brazil
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- Brazil
- City
- São Paulo
- Population
- 12M
- Coordinates
- -23.55°, -46.64°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 12 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 19 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 10 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 22°C
Avg Low 13°C
Rain 5 days/mo
2/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 27°C / 20°C . Feb: 27°C / 19°C . Mar: 27°C / 19°C . Apr: 25°C / 17°C . May: 23°C / 15°C . Jun: 22°C / 13°C . Jul: 22°C / 12°C . Aug: 23°C / 13°C . Sep: 26°C / 15°C . Oct: 26°C / 17°C . Nov: 25°C / 17°C . Dec: 27°C / 19°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 216 mm. Feb: 161 mm. Mar: 134 mm. Apr: 58 mm. May: 43 mm. Jun: 44 mm. Jul: 19 mm. Aug: 49 mm. Sep: 47 mm. Oct: 118 mm. Nov: 122 mm. Dec: 147 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 83%. Feb: 83%. Mar: 84%. Apr: 82%. May: 79%. Jun: 79%. Jul: 75%. Aug: 75%. Sep: 74%. Oct: 81%. Nov: 81%. Dec: 81%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 16 km/h . Feb: 16 km/h . Mar: 15 km/h . Apr: 15 km/h . May: 15 km/h . Jun: 15 km/h . Jul: 15 km/h . Aug: 16 km/h . Sep: 17 km/h . Oct: 18 km/h . Nov: 18 km/h . Dec: 17 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 9h. May: 9h. Jun: 8h. Jul: 9h. Aug: 8h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 10h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 9. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 6. May: UV 5. Jun: UV 5. Jul: UV 5. Aug: UV 6. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 8. Dec: UV 9.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 23 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 28°C | Jan · 27°C |
| Coldest month | Jul 2025 · 11°C | Jul · 12°C |
| Wettest month | Jan 2025 · 226 mm | Jan · 216 mm |
| Windiest month | Sep 2025 · 19 km/h | Oct · 18 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Good March
Good April best
Excellent May best
Excellent June
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October
Good November
Good December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C / 20°C | 30°C / 22°C | 22days (216 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 83% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 27°C / 19°C | 30°C / 21°C | 17days (161 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 83% Humid | 8.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| March | 27°C / 19°C | 30°C / 21°C | 16days (134 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 84% Humid | 7.8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| April best | 25°C / 17°C | 26°C / 18°C | 8days (58 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 82% Humid | 6.4 High | Excellent | View Details |
| May best | 23°C / 15°C | 23°C / 14°C | 6days (43 mm) Good | 8.5h Good | 79% Humid | 5.2 High | Excellent | View Details |
| June | 22°C / 13°C | 22°C / 13°C | 6days (44 mm) Good | 8h Good | 79% Humid | 4.7 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 22°C / 12°C | 21°C / 11°C | 2days (19 mm) Excellent | 8.8h Good | 75% Muggy | 4.9 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 23°C / 13°C | 23°C / 12°C | 6days (49 mm) Good | 8.4h Good | 75% Muggy | 6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 26°C / 15°C | 27°C / 15°C | 6days (47 mm) Good | 9.4h Good | 74% Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 26°C / 17°C | 27°C / 17°C | 15days (118 mm) Wet | 8.6h Good | 81% Humid | 7.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
| November | 25°C / 17°C | 27°C / 17°C | 14days (122 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 81% Humid | 8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| December | 27°C / 19°C | 30°C / 20°C | 19days (147 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 81% Humid | 8.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit São Paulo are April, May, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for São Paulo, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in São Paulo is January, with average daytime highs of 27°C (80°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in São Paulo is July, with average overnight lows of 12°C (54°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in São Paulo is January, averaging 216mm of precipitation across 22 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in São Paulo runs through January, December, February, March, with the heaviest rainfall in January. Based on 10-year averages for São Paulo.
São Paulo receives approximately 109 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is December with around 10 hours. Based on climate data for São Paulo.
The least favorable months to visit São Paulo are January, February, December, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider April, May, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in São Paulo is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in São Paulo is 80%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in São Paulo are 16 km/h (10 mph). The windiest month is October with peak winds reaching 18 km/h (11 mph) (gusts up to 39 km/h / 24 mph).
São Paulo averages 3 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 64%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in São Paulo is 17°C (63°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
São Paulo has a Humid Subtropical (dry winter) climate, classified as Cwa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in São Paulo ranges from 17°C (63°F) to 26°C (79°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit São Paulo. It earns a climate score of 8.5/10 with Excellent.
For June in São Paulo, pack Umbrella, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 22°C (72°F) and 6 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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