December · Brazil
Best time to visit Belo Horizonte in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Belo Horizonte in December
Average temperature 23°C, 165 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 76% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.4/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 165 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Belo Horizonte scores 6.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 23°C, 165 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Brazil's bar-food capital pairs Pampulha modernism and mineiro cuisine with dry, mild days from April through September.
December in Belo Horizonte — middling scores, decent value
At 23°C (73°F) this is comfortable city weather in December, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
165 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 6.4/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 9.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, August is materially better in Belo Horizonte — 3.3 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Belo Horizonte in December?
- In December, Belo Horizonte averages 23°C, 165 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.4/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Belo Horizonte?
- December earns a 6.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Belo Horizonte in December?
- Expect about 165 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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