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Porto Alegre in December sees very high temperatures, with highs around 30°C (86°F) and overnight lows of 19°C (66°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 129 mm (5.1 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Porto Alegre. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Porto Alegre typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 30°C (86°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows typically ranging from 18°C (64°F) to 21°C (70°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 Porto Alegre spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 23 years of weather observations (2002-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Porto Alegre.
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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 but pleasant conditions in Porto Alegre in December. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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