The month in detail
What to expect in December
Summer in São Paulo brings pleasant temperatures (81°F) and long sunny days (4.7h of sunshine). Expect rain on 42% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if April (8.2/10) remains theoretically better.
December ranks 10 out of 12 months in São Paulo. Compared to November: +4°F daytime, 5 pts more rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
18°
Daylight
13.4h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 42
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Is December the right month?
The best month in São Paulo is April (8.2/10), 0.6 pt higher than December.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · Brazil
🗣️LanguagePortuguese
💶CurrencyBrazilian Real (R$)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJanuary · 81°F
❄️Coolest monthJune · 72°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 55%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Other destinations in December
If December doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is São Paulo ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
BrazilTemperate climate with a 8.2 → 7.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
23.55°S · 46.63°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit São Paulo?
April is the best month with 77°F highs, 61°F lows, 5.6h of sunshine and 20.0% rainy days. The months of April & July offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does São Paulo get in April?
São Paulo averages 5.6 sunshine hours per day in April. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.6/10.
What is the rainiest month in São Paulo?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in São Paulo in April?
In April, overnight lows reach 61°F, while afternoon highs average 77°F.
Is São Paulo good in winter?
In winter (December-February), São Paulo scores 7.2/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains April with a score of 7.6/10.
When should you avoid São Paulo?
January is the most difficult month to visit São Paulo, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in São Paulo in December?
The average UV index reaches 8 in December in São Paulo (high), with about 13.4h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.