Climate Insights for Brasília
Região Geográfica Intermediária do Distrito Federal, Federal District, Brazil
Climate Overview
The climate in Brasília is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1,247 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 235 mm of rainfall. Brasília is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: September, October, August. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 14°C.The climate in Brasília is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 72°F and approximately 49.1 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 9.2 in of rainfall. Brasília is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: September, October, August. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 57°F.
Temperature
Brasília sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 14°C to 31°C. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 20°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Brasília sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 57°F to 87°F. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 57°F and an average of 68°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Brasília is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,247 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 104 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 235 mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 mm. That's 235 mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Brasília is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 49.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.1 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 9.3 in of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 9.3 in less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Brasília is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 9km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 7km/h in summer, 7km/h in autumn.Brasília is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 6mph in winter, 5mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Brasília is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 21 mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Brasília is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.8 in per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Brasília based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Brasília based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.