Monthly climate guide
São Paulo weather in August
With highs near 25°C (76°F) and lows around 12°C (53°F), August feels warm in São Paulo. Rainfall averages about 36 mm (fairly dry) and the sky is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 2°C warmer than July and 3°C cooler than September.
What stands out in August
- Skies are at their clearest this time of year.
- Rain is well below São Paulo's usual level (around 65% less).
- Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 13°C, so pack a layer.
- August brings late winter to São Paulo — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
25°C
76°F
Avg low
12°C
53°F
Rainfall
36 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
74%
relative
Sky
48%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
São Paulo weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C / 82°F | 19°C / 66°F | 203 mm | 82% | 74% |
| February | 28°C / 82°F | 19°C / 65°F | 172 mm | 81% | 68% |
| March | 27°C / 80°F | 18°C / 64°F | 144 mm | 85% | 69% |
| April | 26°C / 78°F | 16°C / 61°F | 74 mm | 83% | 58% |
| May | 23°C / 74°F | 13°C / 56°F | 57 mm | 83% | 59% |
| June | 22°C / 72°F | 12°C / 54°F | 78 mm | 82% | 58% |
| July | 23°C / 73°F | 11°C / 52°F | 45 mm | 78% | 47% |
| August | 25°C / 76°F | 12°C / 53°F | 36 mm | 74% | 48% |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 14°C / 57°F | 53 mm | 71% | 56% |
| October | 29°C / 84°F | 16°C / 60°F | 89 mm | 73% | 69% |
| November | 27°C / 81°F | 16°C / 61°F | 137 mm | 77% | 75% |
| December | 28°C / 83°F | 18°C / 65°F | 150 mm | 78% | 75% |
What to pack for August
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is August a good time to visit São Paulo?
Our São Paulo guide recommends: April to June or August to September, in the milder, drier shoulder months.
São Paulo's food scene is considered one of the best in South America — it's worth building an itinerary around restaurants, not just sights.
Best time to visit São Paulo →Other Brazil cities in August
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São Paulo in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit São Paulo?
Yes. August is one of the best months for São Paulo, with highs around 25°C and about 36 mm of rain.
How warm is São Paulo in August?
Average highs are about 25°C (76°F) and average lows about 12°C (53°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in São Paulo in August?
São Paulo typically gets around 36 mm of rain in August — fairly dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
When is the best time to visit São Paulo?
April to June or August to September, in the milder, drier shoulder months.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around São Paulo (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.