AI-generatedSão Paulo at a glance
- Best time
- Apr – Sep
- Warmest month
- Feb · 27°
- Sunshine a year
- 1,940 h
- Rain a year
- 1,241 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC−3
- Elevation
- 769 m
Climate in São Paulo
São Paulo has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. February is the warmest month with average highs of 27 °C, while July is the coolest at 21 °C. With around 1,940 hours of sunshine a year, São Paulo is moderately sunny; August is the sunniest month with 6.0 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: April – September
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 20°
- Midday, 13:00: about 25°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 24°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 18°
05:3418:10
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:20–06:04 · evening 17:40–18:24
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:11–05:20 · evening 18:24–18:33
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
What is the weather like in São Paulo in October?
In October, São Paulo is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 110 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in São Paulo.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 36 min05:34 – 18:10
- UV index
- 12 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 7 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 18 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 75 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 4 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−3America/Sao_Paulo
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %32 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %29 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Sunshine hours in São Paulo
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 4.9 of 12.6 hours of daylight in São Paulo, 39 % of the day.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
UV index in São Paulo
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 12 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in December (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 25 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen it, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Rain in São Paulo: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, São Paulo has about 14 rainy days with 110 mm of rain in total.
Wind and clouds in São Paulo
How breezy and how cloudy São Paulo is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in São Paulo typically peaks at 18 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, light breeze.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 75 % of the sky over São Paulo: mostly cloudy, with about 4.9 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in São Paulo
How often the day gets hot in São Paulo (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, São Paulo has about 4 hot days, with an average daytime high of 25 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in São Paulo
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- muggy month (10+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 16°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 7 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in July (12°), the warmest in January (19°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from September to April. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 127 days a year, mostly from November to April.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 56 | 26° | 19° | 4.9 h | 23 | 220 |
| FebruaryFeb | 58 | 27° | 19° | 5.4 h | 19 | 158 |
| MarchMar | 58 | 26° | 19° | 5.3 h | 18 | 134 |
| AprilApr | 76 | 24° | 17° | 5.4 h | 10 | 59 |
| MayMay | 81 | 22° | 14° | 5.0 h | 7 | 50 |
| JuneJun | 85 | 22° | 13° | 5.2 h | 5 | 41 |
| JulyJul | 87 | 21° | 12° | 5.6 h | 5 | 41 |
| AugustAug | 88 | 23° | 13° | 6.0 h | 5 | 38 |
| SeptemberSep | 79 | 24° | 15° | 5.7 h | 9 | 75 |
| OctoberOct | 65 | 25° | 16° | 4.9 h | 14 | 110 |
| NovemberNov | 62 | 25° | 17° | 5.1 h | 16 | 145 |
| DecemberDec | 58 | 26° | 18° | 5.4 h | 20 | 170 |
Climate averages 1996–2025, not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Best time to visit São Paulo
The best time to visit São Paulo is from April to September. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from April to September. Rain is most frequent from October to March; the wettest month is January with 220 mm.
São Paulo through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
São Paulo in spring
Sep – Nov
Good
- 24–25 °C by day
- 5 h of sun a day
- 39 rainy days in all
São Paulo in summer
Dec – Feb
Fair
- 26–27 °C by day
- 5 h of sun a day
- 63 rainy days in all
São Paulo in autumn
Mar – May
Good
- 22–26 °C by day
- 5 h of sun a day
- 35 rainy days in all
São Paulo in winter
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 21–23 °C by day
- 6 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days in all
Find your perfect month
Tell us what you like and we rate every month in São Paulo for you.
Your best months: June – August
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Compare two months in São Paulo
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
August has the better holiday weather in São Paulo: score 88 against 65. In August, days are 2 °C cooler than in October. August has 9 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Weather score | 65 | 88better |
| Day high | 25° | 23° |
| Night low | 16° | 13° |
| Sunshine | 4.9 h | 6.0 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 14 | 5better |
| Rainfall | 110 mm | 38 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 7 | 0better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Apr – Sep
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Oct – Mar
12 or more rainy days
São Paulo month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
56January26° · 5 h
In January, São Paulo is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 23 days, adding up to 220 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in São Paulo.
São Paulo in January58February27° · 5 h
In February, São Paulo is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 158 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in São Paulo.
São Paulo in February58March26° · 5 h
In March, São Paulo is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 134 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in São Paulo.
São Paulo in March76April24° · 5 h
In April, São Paulo is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 59 mm in total. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in São Paulo.
São Paulo in April81May22° · 5 h
In May, São Paulo is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 50 mm. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in São Paulo.
São Paulo in May85June22° · 5 h
In June, São Paulo is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 41 mm. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in São Paulo.
São Paulo in June87July21° · 6 h
In July, São Paulo is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 41 mm in total. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in São Paulo.
São Paulo in July88August23° · 6 h
In August, São Paulo is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 38 mm. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in São Paulo.
São Paulo in August79September24° · 6 h
In September, São Paulo is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 75 mm. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in São Paulo.
São Paulo in September65October25° · 5 h
In October, São Paulo is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 110 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in São Paulo.
São Paulo in October62November25° · 5 h
In November, São Paulo is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 145 mm. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in São Paulo.
São Paulo in November58December26° · 5 h
In December, São Paulo is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 170 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in São Paulo.
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São Paulo vs. Curitiba
In October the holiday weather in São Paulo and Curitiba is about equally good (score 65 vs. 61). During the day Curitiba is 3 °C cooler than São Paulo. Curitiba gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | São Paulo | Curitiba |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday score | 65 | 61 |
| Daytime high | 25° | 22° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 4 h |
| Rainy days | 14 | 15 |
| Best time | Apr – Sep | Apr – Sep |
Through the year
Brazil in October: the best places
In October, São Paulo ranks 9 of 19 destinations in this country.
- Natal29°27°90
- 2Fortaleza30°27°79
- 3Salvador27°26°78
- 4Belo Horizonte27°75
- 5João Pessoa29°27°75
- 6Ipanema District28°22°71
- 7Rio de Janeiro28°22°71
- 8Porto Alegre24°20°71
- 9São PauloThis page25°65
Planning a trip to São Paulo
Weather for your travel dates
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São Paulo in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
São Paulo has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 88) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 57).
- 71
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 25 °C by day
- 5.4 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 82
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 22 °C by day
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 88
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 22 °C by day
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 65
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 25 °C by day
- 4.9 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 57
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Fair
- 26 °C by day
- 5.2 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 11 h 55 min
- Distance
- 9,480 km
- Time zone
- UTC−3
- Jet lag
- About 3 days (4 h west)
Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Frequently asked questions about São Paulo
When is the best time to visit São Paulo?
The best time to visit São Paulo is from April to September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in São Paulo?
February is the warmest month, with average highs of 27 °C and nights around 19 °C. July is the coolest month at 21 °C.
When does it rain most in São Paulo?
Rain is most frequent from October to March; the wettest month is January with 220 mm. The driest month is August with 38 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does São Paulo get?
São Paulo gets around 1,940 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is August with 6.0 hours a day; in January there are 4.9 hours a day.
What time zone is São Paulo in?
São Paulo uses the time zone America/Sao_Paulo, at UTC−3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to São Paulo?
A nonstop flight from London to São Paulo takes about 11 h 55 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,480 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for São Paulo?
São Paulo has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 88) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 57). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 71, May half-term 82, Summer holidays 88, October half-term 65, Christmas holidays 57.
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