Petrópolis to Teresópolis 3-Day Private Hiking Route
On this 3-day trekking route from Petrópolis to Teresópolis, we’ll cross Serra dos Órgãos and reach Pico do Sino, perfect for high-mountain hiking lovers.
3 days
from US$ 1,105
Short answer
In December, Petrópolis averages highs of 27 °C (81 °F) and lows of 17 °C (63 °F), with about 251 mm of rain spread over roughly 17 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
27 / 17 °C
high / low
Rain
251 mm
17 days
Daylight
13h30
sunset at 18:33
Crowds
High
1 public holiday
What to expect in Petrópolis in December
Editor's tip
December finds Petrópolis in the middle of summer. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Temperatures are pleasant, with highs of 27 °C (81 °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. It rains fairly often, so keep an indoor plan handy for gray days. If the dates line up, it is worth fitting Imperial Christmas (Natal Imperial) 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$ 303
High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead. The average nightly rate for lodging in Petrópolis is around R$ 303 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.
Tours and tickets
Things to do in Petrópolis in December
Where to stay
Hotels in Petrópolis
December is high season in Petrópolis: 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
Imperial Christmas (Natal Imperial)
The historic center lit by millions of lights, with concerts and Christmas programming around the Palácio de Cristal.
Public holidays in December: Christmas (25/12). Expect more people and higher prices around these dates.
What to pack in December
Light jacket for the evening · nights of 17 °C (63 °F) Light clothing for the day · highs of 27 °C (81 °F) Rain jacket or umbrella · 17 days of rain in the month Sunscreen and sunglasses · strong sun on the tours Quick-dry clothing · humidity of 86% Comfortable walking shoes · you will be on foot much of the day
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