Sao Paulo, Brazil Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Sao Paulo
Weather in Sao Paulo is shaped by its humid subtropical climate - expect hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. January afternoons typically reach 81°F (27°C), while July highs hover near 72°F (22°C). Annual precipitation averages 49.3 inches (1253 mm) over about 155 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: January - highs near 81°F (27°C)
- Coldest month: July - highs near 72°F (22°C)
- Record high: 101°F (38°C) · Record low: 35°F (1°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: January (24 rainy days) · Sunniest: December (9.8 h sun/day)
- Climate type: humid subtropical - hot, humid summers and generally mild winters
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on January. Highs average 81°F (27°C) and overnight lows stay near 66°F (19°C). The coolest month is July, with typical highs of 72°F (22°C) and lows around 53°F (12°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 101°F (38°C) and dropped as low as 35°F (1°C).
Rain, sun and snow
January is usually the wettest month. It brings about 8.8 inches (224 mm) of rain over 24 days, while July is the driest. December brings the most sunshine, averaging 9.8 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81° | 66° | 24 | 8.8 in | 9.5 h/day | 83% |
| February | 80° | 65° | 19 | 6.6 in | 9.4 h/day | 84% |
| March | 80° | 65° | 19 | 5.8 in | 9.5 h/day | 85% |
| April | 77° | 61° | 10 | 2.3 in | 9.2 h/day | 83% |
| May | 73° | 57° | 8 | 2.0 in | 8.2 h/day | 81% |
| June | 71° | 55° | 6 | 1.7 in | 8.1 h/day | 80% |
| July | 72° | 53° | 3 | 1.2 in | 8.8 h/day | 76% |
| August | 73° | 54° | 6 | 1.9 in | 8.3 h/day | 76% |
| September | 79° | 59° | 8 | 2.7 in | 9.1 h/day | 75% |
| October | 78° | 61° | 15 | 4.5 in | 8.2 h/day | 81% |
| November | 78° | 61° | 17 | 5.6 in | 9.0 h/day | 82% |
| December | 80° | 64° | 21 | 6.4 in | 9.8 h/day | 82% |
Sao Paulo month by month
Sao Paulo weather in January
January brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 66°F (19°C), about 24 wet days - typically the hottest month and the wettest month of the year in Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo weather in February
February brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 65°F (18°C), about 19 wet days.
Sao Paulo weather in March
March brings highs around 80°F (26°C), lows near 65°F (18°C), about 19 wet days.
Sao Paulo weather in April
April brings highs around 77°F (25°C), lows near 61°F (16°C), about 10 wet days.
Sao Paulo weather in May
May brings highs around 73°F (23°C), lows near 57°F (14°C), about 8 wet days.
Sao Paulo weather in June
June brings highs around 71°F (22°C), lows near 55°F (13°C), about 6 wet days.
Sao Paulo weather in July
July brings highs around 72°F (22°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), about 3 wet days - typically the coldest month and the driest month of the year in Sao Paulo.
Sao Paulo weather in August
August brings highs around 73°F (23°C), lows near 54°F (12°C), about 6 wet days.
Sao Paulo weather in September
September brings highs around 79°F (26°C), lows near 59°F (15°C), about 8 wet days.
Sao Paulo weather in October
October brings highs around 78°F (26°C), lows near 61°F (16°C), about 15 wet days.
Sao Paulo weather in November
November brings highs around 78°F (25°C), lows near 61°F (16°C), about 17 wet days.
Sao Paulo weather in December
December brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), about 21 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Sao Paulo.
Seasons in Sao Paulo
Spring (September through November)
Spring in Sao Paulo brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 78°F (26°C) and nights around 60°F (16°C); expect showers on roughly 40 days across the season.
Summer (December through February)
Summer in Sao Paulo is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 80°F (27°C) and nights around 65°F (18°C); expect showers on roughly 64 days across the season.
Fall (March through May)
Fall in Sao Paulo is mild and warm, with daytime highs averaging 77°F (25°C) and nights around 61°F (16°C); expect showers on roughly 36 days across the season.
Winter (June through August)
Winter in Sao Paulo brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 72°F (22°C) and nights around 54°F (12°C); rain falls on about 15 days over the three months.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Sao Paulo
The best time to visit Sao Paulo is generally May to September, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 74°F (23°C).
Pack for Sao Paulo with a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - January nights average 66°F (19°C).
Sao Paulo temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.