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In Belo Horizonte, August brings high daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), with nights cooling to 13°C (55°F). Minimal rainfall is to be expected.
If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Belo Horizonte - and find the best time to visit.
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Belo Horizonte typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 27°C (81°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows typically ranging from 14°C (57°F) to 16°C (61°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Belo Horizonte spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Belo Horizonte between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during August.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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