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Ouro Preto in August

Short answer

In August, Ouro Preto averages highs of 26 °C (79 °F) and lows of 16 °C (61 °F), with about 11 mm of rain spread over roughly 1 day. August is a dry month, good for outdoor plans. Crowds tend to be low this month.

Climate · INMET (updated 2026)
Most reviewed activity in Ouro PretoJardineira Tour★ 8.6 · 145 reviews · from US$ 19 · via CivitatisSee dates and price →
Temperature
26 / 16 °C
high / low
Rain
11 mm
1 day
Daylight
11h26
sunset at 17:41
Crowds
Low
season

What to expect in Ouro Preto in August

Myllena Vieira, editor at Visite
Editor's tip

August is the heart of winter in Ouro Preto. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Temperatures are pleasant, with highs of 26 °C (79 °F) and nights that still call for a light jacket. Crowds are light, which tends to work in favor of travelers: shorter lines, more peace and quiet, and cheaper lodging. It also rains very little: this is one of the driest months of the year, good for anyone who wants an outdoor itinerary.

Myllena Vieira · Editor at Visite
Crowds
Crowd level: low

A quiet period: short lines and room to move on the streets, ideal if you want to avoid the crowds.

Prices
Rates: low · ~R$ 527

Low season: usually the best time to find lodging and tickets at a better price. The average nightly rate for lodging in Ouro Preto is around R$ 527 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.

Tours and tickets

Things to do in Ouro Preto in August

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Jardineira Tour
8.6· 145 reviews

Jardineira Tour

In this jardineira tour of Ouro Preto, we'll embark on a panoramic tour, allowing you to take in the city's primary attractions from a unique perspective.

4 h 30 min
from US$ 19
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Mariana & Congonhas Day Trip
9.5· 19 reviews

Mariana & Congonhas Day Trip

Travel back in time with our Mariana and Congonhas excursion, unraveling the pivotal role these cities played in the Brazilian Gold Route.

9 h
from US$ 69
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São João del-Rei & Tiradentes Day Trip
8.5· 17 reviews

São João del-Rei & Tiradentes Day Trip

Embark on a journey through Brazil's rich history on this day trip from Ouro Preto with a ride on the Maria Fumaça train from São João del-Rei to Tiradentes.

12 h
from US$ 91
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Ouro Preto & Mariana Tour
9.2· 13 reviews

Ouro Preto & Mariana Tour

On this tour of Ouro Preto and Mariana we'll visit baroque churches and museums of a World Heritage City and the former capital of Minas Gerais.

9 h
from US$ 86
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Ouro Preto Tour
8.7· 9 reviews

Ouro Preto Tour

On this tour of Ouro Preto we'll discover the cradle of Brazilian independence. We'll visit its churches and museums, we'll tell you a lot of intresting facts.

7 h
from US$ 69
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Ouro Preto Private Tour
8.5· 8 reviews

Ouro Preto Private Tour

On the private tour of Ouro Preto, you'll visit this Brazilian colonial city's main attractions and baroque architecture with an English-speaking guide

7 h 30 min
from US$ 342
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Where to stay

Hotels in Ouro Preto

August is low season in Ouro Preto: rates drop and there are more rooms to choose from. A good time to get a better hotel for the same budget.

Pousada Sinhá Olímpia in Ouro Preto 9.5 ★★★★ · 71 reviews Pousada Sinhá Olímpia See on Booking → Hotel Solar de Maria in Ouro Preto 9 ★★★★ · 14 reviews Hotel Solar de Maria See on Booking → Hotel Solar do Rosario in Ouro Preto 8.7 ★★★★★ · 13 reviews Hotel Solar do Rosario See on Booking → Hotel Pousada Minas Gerais in Ouro Preto 10 ★★★★ · 2 reviews Hotel Pousada Minas Gerais See on Booking →
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Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.

What happens in August

August has no major fixed events: a quieter month for enjoying Ouro Preto at your own pace.

What to pack in August

Light jacket for the evening · nights of 16 °C (61 °F) Light clothing for the day · highs of 26 °C (79 °F) 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 Ouro Preto in August

What is the weather like in Ouro Preto in August?
In August, Ouro Preto averages highs of 26 °C (79 °F) and lows of 16 °C (61 °F), with about 11 mm of rain spread over roughly 1 day. August is a dry month, good for outdoor plans. Crowds tend to be low this month.
Does it rain a lot in Ouro Preto in August?
In August, Ouro Preto gets about 11 mm of rain spread over around 1 rainy day, one of the driest months. It is a dry month, with little chance of rain spoiling your plans.
Is August high season in Ouro Preto?
Crowds in August tend to be low. Low season: usually the best time to find lodging and tickets at a better price.
What is happening in Ouro Preto in August?
August has no major fixed events: a quieter month for enjoying Ouro Preto at your own pace.
Does it usually rain all day in Ouro Preto in August?
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 Ouro Preto in August: 1 rainy day in a month of 31 days (about 3% of the days) and 11 mm over the month, which works out to an average of about 11 mm per rainy day. Compared with the rest of the year, August is one of the driest months at the destination. It is a dry month, with little chance of rain spoiling your plans.
What is the temperature in Ouro Preto in August, and what should you pack?
According to INMET's climate normals, the average high in Ouro Preto in August is 26 °C and the average low is 16 °C, with air humidity of around 54%. Compared with the rest of the year, the temperature in August is typical for the destination. For your suitcase, here is what those numbers call for: light jacket for the evening; light clothing for the day; sunscreen and sunglasses.
Is Ouro Preto worth visiting in August?
Excellent time to visit. On our weather comfort index, which weighs rain, heat and humidity from INMET's climate normals, August scores 94 out of 100 and ranks No. 3 among the 12 months. The most comfortable month is June (97) and the least comfortable is January (46). As for crowds, in August they tend to be low.
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