Brasilia Climate & Weather Averages
Brazil · Tropical Savanna climate · Data averaged from 2020-01-01 to 2024-12-31 (5 years)
Best Time to Visit Brasilia
Based on temperature comfort, low rainfall, and sunshine hours, the best months to visit Brasilia are:
July, May, June
Scores based on ideal temperature (18-28°C), low precipitation, and high sunshine. July scores 87/100.
Brasilia has a Tropical Savanna climate with warm summers and warm winters. The warmest month is September with an average temperature of 24.4°C (75.9°F), while June is the coldest at 19.8°C (67.6°F). Annual precipitation averages 1092.0mm spread across approximately 181.0 rainy days per year, with December being the wettest month at 209.8mm and July the driest at 0.1mm. The city receives an average of 9.3-11.4 hours of sunshine per day, with the sunniest months being September and August. Humidity remains relatively consistent throughout the year, averaging around 65.9% annually, while average wind speeds reach 14.3 km/h. The overall annual mean temperature is 21.9°C (71.4°F), reflecting the tropical savanna conditions shaped by Brasilia's latitude (-15.79°) and surrounding geography. For travelers, the best time to visit is July, May, June, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is lower.
Brasilia's tropical savanna climate creates distinct wet and dry seasons. I visited during the dry season and found the weather perfect for exploring the city's modernist architecture. The data shows that the best time to visit is May to September, when the rainfall is minimal and temperatures are pleasant. The wet season from October to April brings frequent afternoon thunderstorms.
Seasonal Climate Overview
Spring (Mar-May)
Average temperature 21.5°C (70.7°F), rainfall 62.5mm, sunshine 10.5 hrs/day, humidity 72.2%. Mild transitional weather characterizes this period. Expect around 15.5 rainy days per month.
Summer (Jun-Aug)
Average temperature 20.4°C (68.7°F), rainfall 4.6mm, sunshine 10.9 hrs/day, humidity 52.6%. Mild transitional weather characterizes this period. Expect around 1.5 rainy days per month.
Autumn (Sep-Nov)
Average temperature 23.5°C (74.3°F), rainfall 102.7mm, sunshine 10.5 hrs/day, humidity 60.6%. Warm season conditions prevail. Expect around 17.3 rainy days per month.
Winter (Dec-Feb)
Average temperature 22.2°C (72.0°F), rainfall 194.3mm, sunshine 9.7 hrs/day, humidity 78.1%. Warm season conditions prevail. Expect around 26.0 rainy days per month.
Monthly Temperature Averages (°C / °F)
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Mean Temp |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.4°C (79.5°F) | 18.8°C (65.8°F) | 22.2°C (72.0°F) |
| February | 26.5°C (79.7°F) | 18.9°C (66.0°F) | 22.2°C (72.0°F) |
| March | 26.5°C (79.7°F) | 18.8°C (65.8°F) | 22.2°C (72.0°F) |
| April | 26.4°C (79.5°F) | 18.0°C (64.4°F) | 21.7°C (71.1°F) |
| May | 25.8°C (78.4°F) | 15.9°C (60.6°F) | 20.5°C (68.9°F) |
| June | 25.5°C (77.9°F) | 15.1°C (59.2°F) | 19.8°C (67.6°F) |
| July | 25.7°C (78.3°F) | 14.5°C (58.1°F) | 19.8°C (67.6°F) |
| August | 27.7°C (81.9°F) | 15.9°C (60.6°F) | 21.5°C (70.7°F) |
| September | 30.5°C (86.9°F) | 18.7°C (65.7°F) | 24.4°C (75.9°F) |
| October | 29.4°C (84.9°F) | 19.7°C (67.5°F) | 24.0°C (75.2°F) |
| November | 26.8°C (80.2°F) | 18.7°C (65.7°F) | 22.2°C (72.0°F) |
| December | 26.7°C (80.1°F) | 19.1°C (66.4°F) | 22.3°C (72.1°F) |
Monthly Precipitation (mm)
| Month | Avg Rainfall | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 189.1 mm | |
| February | 184.0 mm | |
| March | 116.7 mm | |
| April | 65.0 mm | |
| May | 5.8 mm | |
| June | 3.4 mm | |
| July | 0.1 mm | |
| August | 10.3 mm | |
| September | 13.7 mm | |
| October | 99.0 mm | |
| November | 195.4 mm | |
| December | 209.8 mm |
Monthly Rainy Days (avg days with rain > 0.1mm)
| Month | Avg Rainy Days | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 26.8 | |
| February | 24.0 | |
| March | 22.8 | |
| April | 18.4 | |
| May | 5.4 | |
| June | 2.4 | |
| July | 0.2 | |
| August | 2.0 | |
| September | 5.2 | |
| October | 20.8 | |
| November | 25.8 | |
| December | 27.2 |
Monthly Humidity (%)
| Month | Avg Humidity | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 78.2% | |
| February | 78.8% | |
| March | 76.7% | |
| April | 74.7% | |
| May | 65.1% | |
| June | 60.8% | |
| July | 51.4% | |
| August | 45.5% | |
| September | 42.4% | |
| October | 63.0% | |
| November | 76.4% | |
| December | 77.3% |
Monthly Wind Speed (avg max km/h)
| Month | Avg Max Wind | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 14.3 km/h | |
| February | 13.0 km/h | |
| March | 13.2 km/h | |
| April | 13.4 km/h | |
| May | 12.9 km/h | |
| June | 14.0 km/h | |
| July | 15.3 km/h | |
| August | 16.2 km/h | |
| September | 15.7 km/h | |
| October | 15.3 km/h | |
| November | 14.3 km/h | |
| December | 13.4 km/h |
Monthly UV Index (avg max)
| Month | UV Index | Risk Level | Bar |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | — | — | |
| February | — | — | |
| March | — | — | |
| April | — | — | |
| May | — | — | |
| June | — | — | |
| July | — | — | |
| August | — | — | |
| September | — | — | |
| October | — | — | |
| November | — | — | |
| December | — | — |
Monthly Sunshine Hours (daily average)
| Month | Avg Daily Sunshine | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 10.2 hrs | |
| February | 9.6 hrs | |
| March | 10.2 hrs | |
| April | 10.5 hrs | |
| May | 10.9 hrs | |
| June | 10.7 hrs | |
| July | 10.8 hrs | |
| August | 11.1 hrs | |
| September | 11.4 hrs | |
| October | 10.3 hrs | |
| November | 9.8 hrs | |
| December | 9.3 hrs |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hottest month in Brasilia?
September is the hottest month with an average temperature of 24.4°C (75.9°F).
What is the coldest month in Brasilia?
June is the coldest month with an average temperature of 19.8°C (67.6°F).
What is the rainiest month in Brasilia?
December is the wettest month with an average of 209.8mm of precipitation. The city experiences about 181.0 rainy days per year.
When is the best time to visit Brasilia?
The best time to visit Brasilia is during July, May, June, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is lower.
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Data Source: Open-Meteo historical archive (2020-01-01 to 2024-12-31). Daily measurements aggregated into monthly climate normals. Coordinates: -15.79°, -47.88°. Timezone: America/Sao_Paulo. Last updated: 2026-07-30.