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Arraial do Cabo in July

Short answer

In July, Arraial do Cabo averages highs of 24 °C (75 °F) and lows of 18 °C (64 °F), with about 35 mm of rain spread over roughly 5 days. July is a dry month, good for outdoor plans. Crowds tend to be high this month.

Climate · INMET (updated 2026)
Most reviewed activity in Arraial do CaboArraial do Cabo Boat Trip★ 8.7 · 20 reviews · from US$ 56 · via CivitatisSee dates and price →
Temperature
24 / 18 °C
high / low
Rain
35 mm
5 days
Daylight
10h51
sunset at 17:19
Crowds
High
season

What to expect in Arraial do Cabo in July

Myllena Vieira, editor at Visite
Editor's tip

July is the heart of winter in Arraial do Cabo. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Temperatures are pleasant, with highs of 24 °C (75 °F) and nights that still call for a light jacket. It is one of the busiest times of the year: the destination fills up, rates go up and the best hotels sell out early. Book ahead or choose weekdays. It also rains very little: this is one of the driest months of the year, good for anyone who wants an outdoor itinerary. If the dates line up, it is worth fitting Whale Festival (Festival da Baleia) into your itinerary: it is what livens up the destination at that time of year.

Myllena Vieira · Editor at Visite
Crowds
Crowd level: high

July is high season: the destination fills up, the most popular attractions have lines, and it pays to book ahead.

Prices
Rates: high · ~R$ 351

High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead. The average nightly rate for lodging in Arraial do Cabo is around R$ 351 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.

Tours and tickets

Things to do in Arraial do Cabo in July

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Arraial do Cabo Boat Trip
8.7· 20 reviews

Arraial do Cabo Boat Trip

On this boat trip around Arraial do Cabo you'll discover places such as the Ilha do Farol, Praia do Forno or the Blue Grotto.

4 h
from US$ 56
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Arraial do Cabo Quad Tour
6· 4 reviews

Arraial do Cabo Quad Tour

If you're in Arraial do Cabo and you want to check out its main natural attractions in a fun and original way, don't miss this quad tour. You'll have a blast!

2 h
from US$ 99
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Arraial do Cabo Buggy Tour
5· 2 reviews

Arraial do Cabo Buggy Tour

On this buggy tour of Arraial do Cabo, we'll drive through the charming spots of this coastal city of Rio de Janeiro and admire breathtaking landscapes!

2 h
from US$ 34
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Arubinha Buggy Tour
10· 1 review

Arubinha Buggy Tour

Looking for an adrenaline rush? In this buggy tour in Arubinha we'll ride through the beautiful natural area of Arraial do Cabo next to Araruama Lagoon.

4 h
from US$ 118
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Arraial do Cabo Diving Introduction
10· 1 review

Arraial do Cabo Diving Introduction

Explore the seabed that attracts divers from all over the world with this introduction to diving in Arraial do Cabo. The perfect place to learn!

3 h 30 min
from US$ 155
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Arraial do Cabo Hiking Tour
10· 1 review

Arraial do Cabo Hiking Tour

Combine sport and nature in this hiking tour through the beaches and viewpoints of Arraial do Cabo. We'll enjoy the city from different perspectives

3 h
from US$ 24
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Where to stay

Hotels in Arraial do Cabo

July is high season in Arraial do Cabo: the best hotels fill up and rates rise as the date approaches. It is best to lock in your room as soon as the trip is decided.

Sophia 2 Residence Inn in Arraial do Cabo 9.5 ★★★★★ · 12 reviews Sophia 2 Residence Inn See on Booking → Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava in Arraial do Cabo 8.4 ★★★★ · 42 reviews Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava See on Booking → Pousada Porto Praia in Arraial do Cabo 8.4 ★★★ · 17 reviews Pousada Porto Praia See on Booking → Pousada da Prainha in Arraial do Cabo 10 ★★★★ · 1 review Pousada da Prainha See on Booking →
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Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.

What happens in July

Whale Festival (Festival da Baleia)
An event marking the whale season on the coast, with cultural and environmental programming by the sea.

What to pack in July

Light jacket for the evening · nights of 18 °C (64 °F) Light clothing for the day · highs of 24 °C (75 °F) Sunscreen and sunglasses · strong sun on the tours Comfortable walking shoes · you will be on foot much of the day
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Questions about Arraial do Cabo in July

What is the weather like in Arraial do Cabo in July?
In July, Arraial do Cabo averages highs of 24 °C (75 °F) and lows of 18 °C (64 °F), with about 35 mm of rain spread over roughly 5 days. July is a dry month, good for outdoor plans. Crowds tend to be high this month.
Does it rain a lot in Arraial do Cabo in July?
In July, Arraial do Cabo gets about 35 mm of rain spread over around 5 rainy days, in line with the average rainfall for the year. It is a dry month, with little chance of rain spoiling your plans.
Is July high season in Arraial do Cabo?
Crowds in July tend to be high. High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead.
What is happening in Arraial do Cabo in July?
July brings Whale Festival (Festival da Baleia). Confirm the dates and book early if they overlap with your trip.
Does it usually rain all day in Arraial do Cabo in July?
INMET's climate normals record the number of rainy days and the total millimeters, not the hours of each day, so they do not say how long the rain lasts. What they show for Arraial do Cabo in July: 5 rainy days in a month of 31 days (about 16% of the days) and 35 mm over the month, which works out to an average of about 7 mm per rainy day. Compared with the rest of the year, July falls within the destination's average rainfall. It is a dry month, with little chance of rain spoiling your plans.
What is the temperature in Arraial do Cabo in July, and what should you pack?
According to INMET's climate normals, the average high in Arraial do Cabo in July is 24 °C and the average low is 18 °C, with air humidity of around 79%. Compared with the rest of the year, July is among the coolest months at the destination. For your suitcase, here is what those numbers call for: light jacket for the evening; light clothing for the day; sunscreen and sunglasses.
Is Arraial do Cabo worth visiting in July?
Excellent time to visit. On our weather comfort index, which weighs rain, heat and humidity from INMET's climate normals, July scores 76 out of 100 and ranks No. 1 among the 12 months. The most comfortable month is July (76) and the least comfortable is December (54). As for crowds, in July they tend to be high.
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