Peak in February
Coolest in July
Heavy in January
Peak in dry season
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Essential Travel Info for Sao Paulo
Currency
BRL
R$ Brazilian real
Language
Portuguese
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.465
Best Time to Visit Sao Paulo
Location, climate overview & historical trends
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📍 23.5500° S, 46.6330° W
Open in Google MapsSao Paulo is a prominent destination in Brazil.
Located at 23.55°S latitude,Sao Paulo experiences a subtropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons.
Based on 30 years of data, February is the warmest month (avg. 27°C), while July is the coolest. January sees the most rain (62% chance), making July the driest month.
Historical Climate Trend
30-Year Analysis+1.62°C
Total over 30 years
+0.54°C
Per decade
Linear regression analysis of historical maximum temperatures for Sao Paulo, based on 1995-2024 satellite data from NASA POWER.
Best Time to Visit
NASA POWER Data (1991-2021)April, May, June
Best months to visit
25°C
Avg High
Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data,Sao Paulo receives approximately 897mm of rainfall annually. These months offer optimal temperatures and minimal rain probability for your visit.
Climate Trends
EXCLUSIVE1995-2040 Temperature Trend
1995 Avg
23.7°
2024 Avg
25.3°
2040 Proj
25.7°
+0.54°C
per decade (observed)
+0.27°C
per decade (CMIP6)
🌡️ Sao Paulo has warmed by +1.6°C since 1995. By 2040, an additional +0.4°C is projected (based on CMIP6 rate of 0.268°C/decade), for a total of +2.0°C from 1995 baseline.
NASA POWER (1995-2024) + CMIP6 (CMCC_CM2_VHR4, EC_Earth3P_HR, FGOALS_f3_H, HiRAM_SIT_HR, MRI_AGCM3_2_S, NICAM16_8S)
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COVID-19
All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.
Chikungunya
There iselevated chikungunya riskin Brazil.Chikungunya vaccinationmay be considered for people traveling or moving to this location if they are planning to stay for an extended period of time (for example, 6 months or more).
Hepatitis A
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Brazil.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.
Hepatitis B
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Brazil. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Brazil.
Malaria
CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Brazil take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasAll areas in the states of Acre, Amapá, Amazonas, Rondônia, and RoraimaPresent in the states of Maranhão, Mato Grosso, and Pará, but rare cases in their capital cities (São Luis [capital of Maranhão], Cuiabá [capital of Mato Grosso], Belém [capital of Pará])Rare cases and sporadic foci of transmission in rural and forested areas in the states of Espírito Santo, Goiás, Minas Gerais, Mato Grosso do Sul, Piauí, Rio de Janeiro, São Paolo, and TocantinsNo malaria transmission in the cities of Brasília (the capital), Rio de Janeiro, or São PaoloNo malaria transmission at Iguaçu FallsDrug resistanceChloroquineSpeciesP. vivax(90%)P. falciparum(10%)Recommended chemoprophylaxisAtovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, tafenoquine2Areas with rare cases: No chemoprophylaxis recommended (insect bite precautions and mosquito avoidance only)4Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes
Measles
Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.
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View Complete Health GuideSao Paulo Climate Data by Month
Historical temperature and precipitation averages
| Month | Avg High (°C) | Rain Probability (%) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C | 62% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| February | 27°C | 51% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| March | 26°C | 44% | 🌧️ Rainy |
| April | 25°C | 22% | ✨ Perfect |
| May | 23°C | 14% | ✨ Perfect |
| June | 22°C | 13% | ✨ Perfect |
| July | 22°C | 10% | ✨ Perfect |
| August | 23°C | 12% | ✨ Perfect |
| September | 25°C | 20% | ✨ Perfect |
| October | 25°C | 35% | Neutral |
| November | 25°C | 39% | Neutral |
| December | 26°C | 51% | 🌧️ Rainy |
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Sao Paulo Weather FAQ
When is the best time to visit Sao Paulo?
Honestly, look for months with mild temperatures (20°C-25°C) and low rain chance. Based on historical data, April, May, June are usually great choices.
When is the hottest month in Sao Paulo?
February is historically the hottest month in Sao Paulo with average highs of 27°C.
When does it rain the most in Sao Paulo?
January typically sees the highest probability of rain (62%).
Is Sao Paulo expensive?
Prices vary by season. The "Perfect" weather months usually coincide with peak tourist season and higher prices, while the rainy or cold months offer better deals.