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Praia do Forte & Praia de Guarajuba Day Trip
On this day trip to Praia do Forte and Praia de Guarajuba, you'll discover two of the most popular destinations on the northern coast of Salvador de Bahía.
8 h
from US$ 30
Short answer
The best time to visit Salvador is from August to December. The most comfortable month is October, with highs of 29 °C (84 °F) and 91 mm of rain over 8 days. May is the rainiest month (302 mm over 18 days), and the summer peak is the high season, with higher prices and big crowds.
Source: INMET (updated 2026)
When to go
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Best window: August to December More rain / less comfortable Comfort index · INMET (updated 2026)
Salvador month by month
Temperature and rainfall averages from INMET (updated 2026). The verdict combines thermal comfort and rainfall. Tap a month to see the weather, crowds, prices and what is going on in detail.
| Month | High / Low | Rain | Rainy days | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31° / 24° | 77 mm | 9 | Fair |
| February | 31° / 24° | 99 mm | 9 | Fair |
| March | 31° / 24° | 147 mm | 11 | Fair |
| April | 30° / 24° | 285 mm | 16 | Best avoided |
| May | 28° / 23° | 302 mm | 18 | Fair |
| June | 27° / 22° | 238 mm | 19 | Fair |
| July | 27° / 21° | 194 mm | 18 | Fair |
| August | 27° / 21° | 130 mm | 16 | Fair |
| September | 28° / 22° | 99 mm | 11 | Fair |
| October ★ | 29° / 23° | 91 mm | 8 | Good |
| November | 30° / 23° | 108 mm | 8 | Good |
| December | 31° / 24° | 63 mm | 7 | Good |
Best month
October
Driest month
December
Avoid (more rain)
May
Tours and tickets
Things to do in Salvador
Where to stay
Hotels in Salvador
October is the best month and also falls in the high season in Salvador: the top-rated hotels fill up and rates rise close to the date. Book your room as soon as you have settled on your dates.
Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.
The weather in Salvador throughout the year
The August to December window brings together the most comfortable months in Salvador: less rain and pleasant temperatures. October is usually the best month, with highs of 29 °C (84 °F), lows of 23 °C (73 °F) and only about 8 days of rain in the month: good conditions for enjoying outdoor attractions with less risk of downpours.
Summer. In summer (December to February), Salvador has highs of around 31 °C (88 °F) and lows of 24 °C (75 °F), and it is the wetter season, with about 80 mm of rain spread over about 8 days a month. The days are hot and call for beach time and shade.
Fall. In fall (March to May), Salvador has highs of around 30 °C (86 °F) and lows of 24 °C (75 °F), and it is the wetter season, with about 245 mm of rain spread over about 15 days a month. The days are hot and call for beach time and shade.
Winter. In winter (June to August), Salvador has highs of around 27 °C (81 °F) and lows of 21 °C (70 °F), and it is the wetter season, with about 187 mm of rain spread over about 18 days a month. Temperatures are pleasant for sightseeing all day.
Spring. In spring (September to November), Salvador has highs of around 29 °C (84 °F) and lows of 23 °C (73 °F), and it is the wetter season, with about 99 mm of rain spread over about 9 days a month. The days are hot and call for beach time and shade.
What to avoid
There are two periods to think twice about before booking. May is usually the rainiest month, so anyone who prioritizes sun should avoid it. The other is high season (New Year's Eve, Carnival and the July school break), when attractions fill up and prices rise; if you want peace and savings, choose weeks without public holidays. None of this rules out the trip, but it changes the experience and the cost quite a bit.