Rio Grande do Sul Weather & Climate: Brazil

Climate by month across Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Rio Grande do Sul

Whether you're visiting Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil during the peak of January (28°C (82°F)) or the cooler months around July (18°C (64°F)), knowing what to pack starts with understanding the local climate. Our overview is based on data from Gramado, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In Rio Grande do Sul, the months of March, April, May, June, August, September, October and November bring pleasant weather, with average temperatures ranging between 19°C (66°F) and 27°C (81°F).

Precipitation in Rio Grande do Sul varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in October with 222 mm (8.7 in) of rain, while April stays relatively dry with 140 mm (5.5 in). The region experiences its rainy season during January, February and October, when monthly rainfall can range from 206 mm (8.1 in) to 222 mm (8.7 in).

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Rio Grande do Sul — and find the best time to visit. (based on Gramado)

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Gramado Canela Porto Alegre Bento Gonçalves Nova Petrópolis Capão da Canoa
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Climate map of Rio Grande do Sul

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

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Gramado 19°C (66°F) 28°C (82°F) 8°C (46°F) 17°C (63°F) 2099 mm (83 in)
Canela 19°C (66°F) 28°C (82°F) 8°C (46°F) 17°C (63°F) 2079 mm (82 in)
Porto Alegre 20°C (68°F) 31°C (88°F) 10°C (50°F) 21°C (70°F) 1590 mm (63 in) 2,108 hours
Bento Gonçalves 19°C (66°F) 29°C (84°F) 8°C (46°F) 18°C (64°F) 2026 mm (80 in)
Nova Petrópolis 19°C (66°F) 29°C (84°F) 8°C (46°F) 18°C (64°F) 2114 mm (83 in) 2,108 hours
Capão da Canoa 18°C (64°F) 26°C (79°F) 13°C (55°F) 22°C (72°F) 1815 mm (71 in)

Places in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil

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