São Paulo weather
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São Paulo, in Brazil, has its warmest weather in January, when daytime temperatures average 26.9°C, while July nights are the coldest at around 11.7°C. The city sees roughly 1231mm of rain a year; January is normally the wettest month and July the driest. Figures are averaged from 2020–2024 observations.
Climate averages
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 26.9° | 18.6° | 235mm | 25 |
| Feb | 26.6° | 18.3° | 190mm | 20 |
| Mar | 26.9° | 18.1° | 128mm | 16 |
| Apr | 24.8° | 15.7° | 55mm | 9 |
| May | 23.3° | 13.4° | 36mm | 6 |
| Jun | 22.3° | 12.6° | 35mm | 6 |
| Jul | 22.7° | 11.7° | 20mm | 3 |
| Aug | 23.4° | 12.3° | 50mm | 6 |
| Sep | 26.8° | 14.9° | 51mm | 6 |
| Oct | 25.3° | 16.1° | 130mm | 16 |
| Nov | 25.7° | 16.1° | 127mm | 16 |
| Dec | 26.8° | 17.9° | 174mm | 21 |
Seasons in São Paulo
Spring (September–November). Daytime highs in São Paulo climb from 26.8°C in September to 25.7°C by November, while nights ease from 14.9°C to 16.1°C. The season brings around 308mm of rain in total.
Summer (December–February). The warmest stretch of the year: afternoons average 26.8°C, peaking in January at 26.9°C. December is usually the driest of the summer months (174mm over ~21 rainy days). Around the December solstice, São Paulo gets roughly 13.5 hours of daylight.
Autumn (March–May). Daytime temperatures fall from 26.9°C in March to 23.3°C by May, with around 219mm of rain across the season.
Winter (June–August). Nights average 12.2°C, with July the coldest month (average low 11.7°C, daytime high 22.7°C). Expect about 15 days with measurable rain over the three months, and only around 10.5 hours of daylight in mid-June.
How São Paulo compares
| São Paulo | UK town average | |
|---|---|---|
| Annual rainfall | 1231mm | 1054mm |
| Rainy days per year | 150 | 167 |
| Summer daytime high | 26.8°C | 19.7°C |
| Winter night low | 12.2°C | 3.4°C |
São Paulo is about 17% wetter than the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm), based on 2020–2024 monthly normals.
São Paulo weather FAQs
What is the warmest month in São Paulo?
January is typically the warmest month in São Paulo, with average daytime highs of 26.9°C. Summer afternoons (December–February) average around 26.8°C.
What is the wettest month in São Paulo?
January is usually the wettest month, with around 235mm of rain over roughly 25 rainy days. July is typically the driest (20mm).
How much does it rain in São Paulo per year?
São Paulo receives roughly 1231mm of precipitation per year, spread over about 150 days with at least 1mm of rain (based on 2020–2024 observations).
How cold are winters in São Paulo?
Winter nights (June–August) in São Paulo average around 12.2°C, with July typically the coldest month (average low 11.7°C).
When is the best time to visit São Paulo for good weather?
Late spring and summer offer the most reliable weather in São Paulo. December is typically the driest of the warm months (174mm of rain), while January is the warmest, averaging 26.9°C by day — and near the December solstice there are around 13 hours of daylight to enjoy.
How does São Paulo's weather compare with the UK?
São Paulo receives 1231mm of rain a year, about 17% wetter than the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm). Summer daytime highs average 26.8°C against a UK-town average of 19.7°C, and winter nights average 12.2°C versus 3.4°C.