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Petrópolis in March

Short answer

In March, Petrópolis averages highs of 27 °C (81 °F) and lows of 17 °C (63 °F), with about 149 mm of rain spread over roughly 13 days. March 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 low this month.

Climate · INMET (updated 2026)
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Temperature
27 / 17 °C
high / low
Rain
149 mm
13 days
Daylight
12h13
sunset at 18:07
Crowds
Low
season

What to expect in Petrópolis in March

Myllena Vieira, editor at Visite
Editor's tip

March brings fall to Petrópolis. 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. Crowds are light, which tends to work in favor of travelers: shorter lines, more peace and quiet, and cheaper lodging. It rains fairly often, so keep an indoor plan handy for gray days.

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$ 303

Low season: usually the best time to find lodging and tickets at a better price. 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 March

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Petrópolis to Teresópolis 3-Day Private Hiking Route

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.

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Where to stay

Hotels in Petrópolis

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

Hotel Vila Bavaria Petropolis in Petrópolis 8.6 ★★★ · 102 reviews Hotel Vila Bavaria Petropolis See on Booking → Hotel Solar do Imperio in Petrópolis 9.3 ★★★ · 10 reviews Hotel Solar do Imperio See on Booking → Hotel Caminhos de Itaipava in Petrópolis 8.8 ★★★★ · 22 reviews Hotel Caminhos de Itaipava See on Booking → Hotel Casablanca Imperial in Petrópolis 8.8 ★★★★ · 22 reviews Hotel Casablanca Imperial See on Booking →
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What happens in March

March has no major fixed events: a quieter month for enjoying Petrópolis at your own pace.

What to pack in March

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 · 13 days of rain in the month Sunscreen and sunglasses · strong sun on the tours Quick-dry clothing · humidity of 85% Comfortable walking shoes · you will be on foot much of the day
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Questions about Petrópolis in March

What is the weather like in Petrópolis in March?
In March, Petrópolis averages highs of 27 °C (81 °F) and lows of 17 °C (63 °F), with about 149 mm of rain spread over roughly 13 days. March 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 low this month.
Does it rain a lot in Petrópolis in March?
In March, Petrópolis gets about 149 mm of rain spread over around 13 rainy days, wetter than the average for the year. Bring a rain jacket and have an indoor backup plan.
Is March high season in Petrópolis?
Crowds in March tend to be low. Low season: usually the best time to find lodging and tickets at a better price.
What is happening in Petrópolis in March?
March has no major fixed events: a quieter month for enjoying Petrópolis at your own pace.
Does it usually rain all day in Petrópolis in March?
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 Petrópolis in March: 13 rainy days in a month of 31 days (about 42% of the days) and 149 mm over the month, which works out to an average of about 11 mm per rainy day. Compared with the rest of the year, March is wetter than the destination's average. Bring a rain jacket and have an indoor backup plan for the rainy days.
What is the temperature in Petrópolis in March, and what should you pack?
According to INMET's climate normals, the average high in Petrópolis in March is 27 °C and the average low is 17 °C, with air humidity of around 85%. Compared with the rest of the year, March is among the hottest months at the destination. For your suitcase, here is what those numbers call for: light jacket for the evening; light clothing for the day; rain jacket or umbrella.
Is Petrópolis worth visiting in March?
Fair time to visit. On our weather comfort index, which weighs rain, heat and humidity from INMET's climate normals, March scores 42 out of 100 and ranks No. 10 among the 12 months. The most comfortable month is August (76) and the least comfortable is February (40). As for crowds, in March they tend to be low.
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