Florianópolis Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Florianópolis.

Climate overview of Florianópolis

Florianópolis experiences a warm humid subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. Most rain is seen in summer.

Florianópolis Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Florianópolis — and find the best time to visit.

Monthly Temperature in Florianópolis

In Florianópolis, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in February to a pleasant 21°C (70°F) in the coolest month, July.

Nights vary from 22°C (72°F) in February to around 14°C (57°F) during the colder months.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Florianópolis

Florianópolis experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1600 mm (63 in) of precipitation annually. The climate in Florianópolis shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in January, the wettest month, with an average of 200 mm (7.9 in) of precipitation over 24 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 89 mm (3.5 in) of rainfall over 14 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Florianópolis Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

Sunshine Hours in Florianópolis

Florianópolis offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between December (6.3 hours daily) and September (4.3 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Humidity in Florianópolis by Month

Best Time to Visit Florianópolis

The best time to visit Florianópolis is during April, May, June, July and August, when the weather provides comfortable temperatures between 21°C (69°F) and 26°C (79°F). With rainfall of 89 mm (3.5 in) to 118 mm (4.6 in), you can expect pleasant weather during your visit in these months.

Be prepared for heavier rainfall during January and February, the wettest period of the year.

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Frequently asked questions about the climate in Florianópolis

What is the best time to visit Florianópolis?

April, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Florianópolis. In contrast, January tends to have less optimal conditions.

What temperatures can I expect in Florianópolis?

Daytime highs range from 21°C (70°F) in July to 29°C (84°F) in February. Nighttime lows range from 14°C (57°F) to 22°C (72°F).

How much rain does Florianópolis get?

Annual rainfall is around 1600 mm (63 in). January is the wettest month with 200 mm (7.9 in), while July is the driest with 89 mm (3.5 in).

How sunny is Florianópolis?

Florianópolis receives around 1,988 hours of sunshine per year. December is the sunniest month with 188 hours, while September is the cloudiest with just 130 hours.

Florianópolis 3-Day Forecast

Florianópolis 3-Day Forecast

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