December · Brazil
Best time to visit Brasília in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Brasília in December
Average temperature 24°C, 170 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 74% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.3/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 170 mm
- Humidity
- 74%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Brasília scores 6.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 24°C, 170 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Niemeyer's modernist capital reads clearest in the dry season from May through September, when blue skies frame the planned city's bold geometry.
December in Brasília — workable with trade-offs
At 24°C (75°F) this is comfortable city weather in December, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
170 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 6.3/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Brasília — 3.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Brasília in December?
- In December, Brasília averages 24°C, 170 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.3/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Brasília?
- December earns a 6.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Brasília in December?
- Expect about 170 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 74% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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