9.4· 177 reviews
São Paulo Complete Tour
Come with us to discover all the most iconic places in São Paulo. Along the way, you'll see fantastic buildings, and a lot of world-class art!
7 h
from US$ 77
Short answer
The best time to visit São Paulo is from May to September. The most comfortable month is August, with highs of 25 °C (77 °F) and 32 mm of rain over 4 days. January is the rainiest month (292 mm over 17 days), and the summer peak is the high season, with higher prices and big crowds.
Source: INMET (updated 2026)
When to go
Best time to visit, month by month
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Best window: May to September More rain / less comfortable Comfort index · INMET (updated 2026)
São Paulo 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 | 29° / 19° | 292 mm | 17 | Fair |
| February | 29° / 20° | 258 mm | 14 | Fair |
| March | 28° / 19° | 229 mm | 13 | Fair |
| April | 27° / 18° | 87 mm | 6 | Good |
| May | 23° / 15° | 66 mm | 6 | Good |
| June | 23° / 14° | 60 mm | 5 | Excellent |
| July | 23° / 13° | 48 mm | 4 | Excellent |
| August ★ | 25° / 13° | 32 mm | 4 | Excellent |
| September | 25° / 15° | 83 mm | 7 | Excellent |
| October | 27° / 17° | 127 mm | 10 | Good |
| November | 27° / 17° | 144 mm | 11 | Good |
| December | 28° / 19° | 231 mm | 13 | Fair |
Best month
August
Driest month
August
Avoid (more rain)
January
Tours and tickets
Things to do in São Paulo
Where to stay
Hotels in São Paulo
August is the best month and also falls in the high season in São Paulo: 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 São Paulo throughout the year
The May to September window brings together the most comfortable months in São Paulo: less rain and pleasant temperatures. August is usually the best month, with highs of 25 °C (77 °F), lows of 13 °C (55 °F) and only about 4 days of rain in the month: good conditions for enjoying outdoor attractions with less risk of downpours.
Summer. In summer (December to February), São Paulo has highs of around 29 °C (84 °F) and lows of 19 °C (66 °F), and it is the wetter season, with about 260 mm of rain spread over about 15 days a month. The days are hot and call for beach time and shade.
Fall. In fall (March to May), São Paulo has highs of around 26 °C (79 °F) and lows of 17 °C (63 °F), and it is the wetter season, with about 127 mm of rain spread over about 8 days a month. Temperatures are pleasant for sightseeing all day.
Winter. In winter (June to August), São Paulo has highs of around 24 °C (75 °F) and lows of 13 °C (55 °F), and it is the driest time of year, with about 47 mm of rain a month. The weather is milder, good for walking and exploring without the summer heat.
Spring. In spring (September to November), São Paulo has highs of around 26 °C (79 °F) and lows of 16 °C (61 °F), and it is the wetter season, with about 118 mm of rain spread over about 9 days a month. Temperatures are pleasant for sightseeing all day.
What to avoid
There are two periods to think twice about before booking. January 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.