December · Brazil
Best time to visit Chapada Diamantina in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Chapada Diamantina in December
Average temperature 26°C, 114 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 64% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.7/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 114 mm
- Humidity
- 64%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Chapada Diamantina scores 6.7/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 114 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Tabletop mesas, Cachoeira da Fumaça, and cave pools reward hikers in the dry months from May through September.
December in Chapada Diamantina — workable with trade-offs
Days in December average 26°C (79°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
114 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 6.7/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 9.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, August is materially better in Chapada Diamantina — 2.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Chapada Diamantina in December?
- In December, Chapada Diamantina averages 26°C, 114 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.7/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Chapada Diamantina?
- December earns a 6.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Chapada Diamantina in December?
- Expect about 114 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 64% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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