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Chapada Diamantina in December

Short answer

In December, Chapada Diamantina averages highs of 31 °C (88 °F) and lows of 20 °C (68 °F), with about 116 mm of rain spread over roughly 13 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)
Most reviewed activity in Chapada DiamantinaChapada Diamantina Caves Tour + Morro do Pai Inácio★ 9.3 · 3 reviews · from US$ 118 · via CivitatisSee dates and price →
Temperature
31 / 20 °C
high / low
Rain
116 mm
13 days
Daylight
12h51
sunset at 18:06
Crowds
High
1 public holiday

What to expect in Chapada Diamantina in December

Myllena Vieira, editor at Visite
Editor's tip

December finds Chapada Diamantina in the middle of summer. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Highs reach 31 °C (88 °F): the heat calls for early starts, sunscreen, and spending the middle of the day in the shade or in the water. 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. It rains fairly often, so keep an indoor plan handy for gray days.

Myllena Vieira · Editor at Visite
Crowds
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$ 511

High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead. The average nightly rate for lodging in Chapada Diamantina is around R$ 511 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.

Tours and tickets

Things to do in Chapada Diamantina in December

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Chapada Diamantina Caves Tour + Morro do Pai Inácio
9.3· 3 reviews

Chapada Diamantina Caves Tour + Morro do Pai Inácio

On this excursion from Lençóis, we'll visit several caves in the Chapada Diamantina and the surroundings of the famous Morro do Pai Inácio.

10 h 30 min
from US$ 118
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Mosquito Waterfall & Poço Do Diabo Excursion
10· 1 review

Mosquito Waterfall & Poço Do Diabo Excursion

Discover one of the most magical natural areas in Lençóis on this excursion to Mosquito Waterfall & Poço Do Diabo in the heart of the Brazilian rainforest.

10 h 30 min
from US$ 118
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Aguas Claras & Morro dos Três Irmãos Hiking Tour

Aguas Claras & Morro dos Três Irmãos Hiking Tour

Imposing mountains and extensive plains await on this hiking tour of Morro dos Três Irmãos. You'll also be able to swim in the natural pools of Aguas Claras!

10 h
from US$ 148
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Blue Well + Enchanted Well Excursion

Blue Well + Enchanted Well Excursion

Visit the Enchanted Well & the Blue Well, two natural wonders in the middle of Chapada Diamantina, on this tour from Lençóis.

10 h
from US$ 148
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Sossego Waterfall Tour

Sossego Waterfall Tour

Come and explore the Sossego Waterfall, one of the natural wonders of Chapada Diamantina, you'll also take a swim in the middle of the Brazilian rainforest.

5 h 30 min
from US$ 94
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Serrano River, Colored Sands Hall & Primavera Waterfall Hike

Serrano River, Colored Sands Hall & Primavera Waterfall Hike

Explore Chapada Diamantina’s highlights on a hike: Serrano River, Colored Sands Hall, and Primavera Waterfall, some of the region’s most beautiful spots.

5 h
from US$ 72
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Where to stay

Hotels in Chapada Diamantina

December is high season in Chapada Diamantina: 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.

Pousada Alto do Cajueiro in Chapada Diamantina 8.4 ★★★ · 2 reviews Pousada Alto do Cajueiro See on Booking → Pousada Casa de Jorge in Chapada Diamantina 7.2 ★★★ · 1 review Pousada Casa de Jorge See on Booking →
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Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.

What happens in December

No major fixed festivals in December, but public holidays (Christmas) bring more people to the destination.

Public holidays in December: Christmas (25/12). Expect more people and higher prices around these dates.

What to pack in December

Light clothing and a cap · highs of 31 °C (88 °F) Rain jacket or umbrella · 13 days of rain in the month Sunscreen and sunglasses · strong sun on the tours Comfortable walking shoes · you will be on foot much of the day
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Questions about Chapada Diamantina in December

What is the weather like in Chapada Diamantina in December?
In December, Chapada Diamantina averages highs of 31 °C (88 °F) and lows of 20 °C (68 °F), with about 116 mm of rain spread over roughly 13 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.
Does it rain a lot in Chapada Diamantina in December?
In December, Chapada Diamantina gets about 116 mm of rain spread over around 13 rainy days, in line with the average rainfall for the year. Bring a rain jacket and have an indoor backup plan.
Is December high season in Chapada Diamantina?
Crowds in December tend to be high. High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead.
What is happening in Chapada Diamantina in December?
No major fixed festivals in December, but public holidays (Christmas) bring more people to the destination.
Does it usually rain all day in Chapada Diamantina in December?
INMET's climate normals record the number of rainy days and the total millimeters, not the hours of each day, so they do not say how long the rain lasts. What they show for Chapada Diamantina in December: 13 rainy days in a month of 31 days (about 42% of the days) and 116 mm over the month, which works out to an average of about 9 mm per rainy day. Compared with the rest of the year, December falls within the destination's average rainfall. Bring a rain jacket and have an indoor backup plan for the rainy days.
What is the temperature in Chapada Diamantina in December, and what should you pack?
According to INMET's climate normals, the average high in Chapada Diamantina in December is 31 °C and the average low is 20 °C, with air humidity of around 72%. Compared with the rest of the year, the temperature in December is typical for the destination. For your suitcase, here is what those numbers call for: light clothing and a cap; rain jacket or umbrella; sunscreen and sunglasses.
Is Chapada Diamantina worth visiting in December?
Fair time to visit. On our weather comfort index, which weighs rain, heat and humidity from INMET's climate normals, December scores 43 out of 100 and ranks No. 9 among the 12 months. The most comfortable month is August (73) and the least comfortable is January (40). As for crowds, in December they tend to be high.
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