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When is the best time to visit Belo Horizonte?

Myllena Vieira Reviewed by Myllena Vieira · Editor
Short answer

The best time to visit Belo Horizonte is from May to August. The most comfortable month is June, with highs of 25 °C (77 °F) and 11 mm of rain over 1 day. December is the rainiest month (339 mm over 17 days), and the summer peak is the high season, with higher prices and big crowds.

Source: INMET (updated 2026)
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When to go

Best time to visit, month by month

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Best window: May to August More rain / less comfortable Comfort index · INMET (updated 2026)

Belo Horizonte month by month

Temperature and rainfall averages from INMET (updated 2026). The verdict combines thermal comfort and rainfall. Tap a month to see the weather, crowds, prices and what is going on in detail.

Month High / Low Rain Rainy days Verdict
January 29° / 20° 331 mm 15 Fair
February 29° / 20° 178 mm 10 Fair
March 28° / 20° 198 mm 11 Fair
April 28° / 19° 82 mm 7 Good
May 26° / 17° 28 mm 3 Excellent
June ★ 25° / 15° 11 mm 1 Excellent
July 25° / 15° 5 mm 1 Excellent
August 26° / 16° 11 mm 1 Excellent
September 28° / 17° 49 mm 4 Excellent
October 29° / 19° 110 mm 8 Good
November 28° / 19° 236 mm 14 Fair
December 28° / 20° 339 mm 17 Fair
Best month
June
Driest month
July
Avoid (more rain)
December
Tours and tickets

Things to do in Belo Horizonte

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Ouro Preto & Mariana Day Trip
8.9· 197 reviews

Ouro Preto & Mariana Day Trip

On this day trip to Ouro Preto and Mariana from Belo Horizonte we'll get to know its great artistic and religious heritage - a must!

10 h
from US$ 71
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Belo Horizonte Guided Tour
9.2· 120 reviews

Belo Horizonte Guided Tour

Discover the historical importance of the capital of Minas Gerais on this guided tour of Belo Horizonte, one of Brazil's great tourist destinations.

4 h
from US$ 41
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São João del Rei & Tiradentes Day Trip
8.8· 60 reviews

São João del Rei & Tiradentes Day Trip

To understand the fascinating history of the state of Minas Gerais, this day trip to São João del Rei and Tiradentes from Belo Horizonte is a must.

14 h
from US$ 98
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Inhotim Institute Tour
8.8· 42 reviews

Inhotim Institute Tour

If you like contemporary art you can't miss this trip to the open-air museum Instituto Inhotim - one of the cultural centres of Brazilian state of Minas Gerais

10 h
from US$ 75
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Sabará + Congonhas Tour
8.6· 31 reviews

Sabará + Congonhas Tour

On this tour to Sabará and Congonhas from Belo Horizonte we'll discover the colonial past of the beautiful Brazilian state of Minas Gerais.

10 h
from US$ 75
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Rei do Mato and Maquiné Caves + Guimaraes Rosa Museum Tour
9.4· 14 reviews

Rei do Mato and Maquiné Caves + Guimaraes Rosa Museum Tour

This trip to the Rei do Mato and Maquiné Caves is perfect to experience some real caving. We'll also visit the Guimaraes Rosa Museum. What's not to love?

10 h
from US$ 89
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Where to stay

Hotels in Belo Horizonte

June is the best month and also falls in the high season in Belo Horizonte: the top-rated hotels fill up and rates rise close to the date. Book your room as soon as you have settled on your dates.

Ouro Minas Hotel Belo Horizonte, Dolce by Wyndham in Belo Horizonte 8.8 ★★★★★ · 128 reviews Ouro Minas Hotel Belo Horizonte, Dolce by Wyndham See on Booking → Nobile Inn Pampulha in Belo Horizonte 8.6 ★★★ · 106 reviews Nobile Inn Pampulha See on Booking → Dayrell Hotel e Centro de Convencoes in Belo Horizonte 8.5 ★★★★ · 122 reviews Dayrell Hotel e Centro de Convencoes See on Booking → Normandy Hotel in Belo Horizonte 8.5 ★★★ · 54 reviews Normandy Hotel See on Booking →
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The weather in Belo Horizonte throughout the year

The May to August window brings together the most comfortable months in Belo Horizonte: less rain and pleasant temperatures. June is usually the best month, with highs of 25 °C (77 °F), lows of 15 °C (59 °F) and only 1 day of rain in the month: good conditions for enjoying outdoor attractions with less risk of downpours.

Summer. In summer (December to February), Belo Horizonte has highs of around 29 °C (84 °F) and lows of 20 °C (68 °F), and it is the wetter season, with about 283 mm of rain spread over about 14 days a month. The days are hot and call for beach time and shade.

Fall. In fall (March to May), Belo Horizonte has highs of around 27 °C (81 °F) and lows of 19 °C (66 °F), and it is the wetter season, with about 103 mm of rain spread over about 7 days a month. Temperatures are pleasant for sightseeing all day.

Winter. In winter (June to August), Belo Horizonte has highs of around 25 °C (77 °F) and lows of 15 °C (59 °F), and it is the driest time of year, with about 9 mm of rain a month. Temperatures are pleasant for sightseeing all day.

Spring. In spring (September to November), Belo Horizonte has highs of around 28 °C (82 °F) and lows of 18 °C (64 °F), and it is the wetter season, with about 132 mm of rain spread over about 9 days a month. The days are hot and call for beach time and shade.

What to avoid

There are two periods to think twice about before booking. December is usually the rainiest month, so anyone who prioritizes sun should avoid it. The other is high season (New Year's Eve, Carnival and the July school break), when attractions fill up and prices rise; if you want peace and savings, choose weeks without public holidays. None of this rules out the trip, but it changes the experience and the cost quite a bit.

Questions about when to go

When is the best time to visit Belo Horizonte?
The best time to visit Belo Horizonte is from May to August. The most comfortable month is June, with highs of 25 °C (77 °F) and 11 mm of rain over 1 day. December is the rainiest month (339 mm over 17 days), and the summer peak is the high season, with higher prices and big crowds.
Which month has the least rain in Belo Horizonte?
July is the driest month, with about 5 mm of rain spread over roughly 1 day. The winter months usually have the lowest rainfall.
Is it cold in Belo Horizonte?
The lowest temperatures occur in June, with lows of around 15 °C and highs of 25 °C. It is not mountain cold, but pack a light jacket for winter evenings.
When is the high season in Belo Horizonte?
High season runs from December to February (summer and school vacations), with peaks at New Year and Carnival, and also in July. During these periods prices rise and the beaches and attractions fill up.
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