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Arraial do Cabo Boat Trip
On this boat trip around Arraial do Cabo you'll discover places such as the Ilha do Farol, Praia do Forno or the Blue Grotto.
4 h
from US$ 56
Short answer
In December, Arraial do Cabo averages highs of 28 °C (82 °F) and lows of 22 °C (72 °F), with about 85 mm of rain spread over roughly 10 days. December is one of the rainiest months of the year, so bring a rain jacket and keep some indoor activities in mind. Crowds tend to be high this month.
Climate · INMET (updated 2026)
Temperature
28 / 22 °C
high / low
Rain
85 mm
10 days
Daylight
13h32
sunset at 18:29
Crowds
High
1 public holiday
What to expect in Arraial do Cabo in December
Editor's tip
December finds Arraial do Cabo in the middle of summer. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Temperatures are pleasant, with highs of 28 °C (82 °F) and nights that still call for a light jacket. It is one of the busiest times of the year: the destination fills up, rates go up and the best hotels sell out early. Book ahead or choose weekdays. Rain, when it comes, is usually brief and does not spoil the day. If the dates line up, it is worth fitting New Year's Eve in Arraial do Cabo into your itinerary: it is what livens up the destination at that time of year.
Myllena Vieira · Editor at VisiteCrowds
Crowd level: high
December is high season: the destination fills up, the most popular attractions have lines, and it pays to book ahead.
Prices
Rates: high · ~R$ 351
High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead. The average nightly rate for lodging in Arraial do Cabo is around R$ 351 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.
Tours and tickets
Things to do in Arraial do Cabo in December
Where to stay
Hotels in Arraial do Cabo
December is high season in Arraial do Cabo: the best hotels fill up and rates rise as the date approaches. It is best to lock in your room as soon as the trip is decided.
Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.
What happens in December
New Year's Eve in Arraial do Cabo
Midnight celebrations with concerts by national artists and fireworks at several points along the town's beaches.
Public holidays in December: Christmas (25/12). Expect more people and higher prices around these dates.
What to pack in December
Light clothing for the day · highs of 28 °C (82 °F) Rain jacket or umbrella · 10 days of rain in the month Sunscreen and sunglasses · strong sun on the tours Quick-dry clothing · humidity of 80% Comfortable walking shoes · you will be on foot much of the day
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