São José Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore São José’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Brazil.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Seasonal changes in São José bring a little variety without extreme temperature swings. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a warm 29°C in February. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 21°C. At night, expect even cooler temperatures, with lows averaging around 13°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in São José by month:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
February, the city’s warmest month, also receives about 218 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 22 days. For more information, please visit our São José Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in Brazil Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Brazil. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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São José Temperatures Compared World Wide
São José’s average annual maximum temperature is 25°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
In Toronto, Canada, the average annual temperature is 13°C, with snowy winters and warm summers.
Osaka, Japan, offers a similar climate to Tokyo, with an average annual temperature of 22°C.
Perth, Australia, experiences a Mediterranean climate, with a pleasant average temperature of 25°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about São José’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our São José climate page.
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