Pantanal Weather & Climate: Brazil

Climate by month across the Pantanal, Brazil, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of the Pantanal

the Pantanal in Brazil sees its peak temperatures in September (35°C (95°F)) and its coolest in May (31°C (88°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from Cuiabá, the region's most visited city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

Throughout the year, the Pantanal, particularly Cuiabá, maintains high temperatures, with average maximums always over 31°C (88°F).

August, September and October are generally the hottest months of the year.

Precipitation in the Pantanal varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in January with 243 mm (9.6 in) of rain, while July stays relatively dry with 5 mm (0.2 in). The region experiences its rainy season during January, February, March and December, when monthly rainfall can range from 205 mm (8.1 in) to 243 mm (9.6 in). The driest conditions can be found during June, July and August, with rainfall staying below 11 mm (0.4 in).

July is the sunniest period, with ideal conditions for exploring the region and all it has to offer.

Explore the Pantanal by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Pantanal - and find the best time to visit. (based on Cuiabá)

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Cuiabá Campo Grande Corumbá Miranda Poconé Aquidauana
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Climate map of the Pantanal

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Cuiabá 32°C (90°F) 35°C (95°F) 18°C (64°F) 24°C (75°F) 1398 mm (55 in) 2,406 hours
Campo Grande 28°C (82°F) 32°C (90°F) 16°C (61°F) 22°C (72°F) 1486 mm (59 in) 2,531 hours
Corumbá 29°C (84°F) 35°C (95°F) 17°C (63°F) 25°C (77°F) 1221 mm (48 in) 2,410 hours
Miranda 29°C (84°F) 34°C (93°F) 16°C (61°F) 23°C (73°F) 1537 mm (61 in)
Poconé 32°C (90°F) 36°C (97°F) 19°C (66°F) 24°C (75°F) 1361 mm (54 in)
Aquidauana 29°C (84°F) 34°C (93°F) 17°C (63°F) 23°C (73°F) 1552 mm (61 in)

Places in the Pantanal, Brazil

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