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Brazil Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Brazil in April.

Thinking about venturing to Brazil this April and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Brazil in April

The weather in Brazil in April can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from pleasant to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in São Joaquim national park at 21°C (70°F) to very warm in Petrolina at 34°C (93°F). At night it cools down to 23°C (73°F) in Petrolina and 11°C (52°F) in São Joaquim national park. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Brazil, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Araçuaí with an average of 38 mm (1.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Soure with 551 mm (22 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Rio de Janeiro gets around 183 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

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Best Places to Visit in Brazil in April

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Brazil

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Brazil?

Temperature range in Brazil (April)

Precipitation variation in Brazil (April)

Rio de Janeiro

In April Rio de Janeiro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
183 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
170 mm (6.7 in)
101 mm (4 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Sao Paulo

In April Sao Paulo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
167 hours
165 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
173 mm (6.8 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Florianópolis

In April Florianópolis generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
171 hours
176 hours
Monthly rainfall
141 mm (5.6 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Gramado

In April Gramado generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
166 mm (6.5 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Fortaleza

In April Fortaleza generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
156 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
205 mm (8.1 in)
266 mm (10 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
30 days
29 days
30 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Brazil in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rio de Janeiro 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Florianópolis 26°C (79°F) 20°C (68°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Sao Paulo 27°C (81°F) 17°C (63°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Fortaleza 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 266 mm (10 in)
Salvador 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 174 mm (6.9 in)
Foz do Iguaçu 29°C (84°F) 18°C (64°F) 149 mm (5.9 in)

Brazil weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Brazil in April?

In April, Brazil generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Rio de Janeiro sees daytime temperatures near 30°C (86°F), with nights cooling to roughly 22°C (72°F).

What is the average temperature in Brazil in April?

Rio de Janeiro averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in April, with overnight lows close to 22°C (72°F).

Does Brazil get a lot of rain in April?

Brazil sees substantial rainfall in April. Rio de Janeiro typically averages about 101 mm (4 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Brazil?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Rio de Janeiro, April might be a good time to visit Brazil.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Rio de Janeiro. On the other hand, the months of January and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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