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Santa Maria Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Santa Maria.
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Climate overview of Santa Maria
Santa Maria, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 31°C (88°F) in January, while winters cool to 20°C (68°F) in July.
With around 1856 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, Santa Maria has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed, the city has very warm summers and pleasant winters. The wettest month is October.
Santa Maria Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Santa Maria - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Santa Maria
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to pleasant in Santa Maria. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C (88°F) in January. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 20°C (68°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 19°C (66°F) in January to 9°C (48°F) in July.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Santa Maria
Santa Maria has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1856 mm (73 in) of rainfall annually. Santa Maria experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 215 mm (8.5 in) in October, the wettest month, and 125 mm (4.9 in) in August, the driest month. For more details, please visit our Santa Maria Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Best Time to Visit Santa Maria
The most comfortable overall weather for exploring Santa Maria is usually found in March, April, May, June, July, August, September and November. Conditions are generally least comfortable in January, February, October and December.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
mixed
Feb
mixed
Mar
very good
Apr
very good
May
very good
Jun
very good
Jul
very good
Aug
very good
Sep
very good
Oct
mixed
Nov
very good
Dec
mixed
- Best overall: March, April, May, June, July, August, September and November
- Warmest weather: January, February and December
- Seasonal pattern: Very warm summers and pleasant winters
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Santa Maria
What is the best time to visit Santa Maria?
March, April, May, June, July, August, September and November typically offer the most optimal weather in Santa Maria. In contrast, January, February, October and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Santa Maria has very warm summers and pleasant winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Santa Maria?
Daytime highs range from 20°C (68°F) in July to 31°C (88°F) in January. Nighttime lows range from 9°C (48°F) to 19°C (66°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Santa Maria get?
Annual rainfall is around 1856 mm (73 in). October is the wettest month with 215 mm (8.5 in), while August is the driest with 125 mm (4.9 in).
Santa Maria 3-Day Forecast
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