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Brasília in January

Short answer

In January, Brasília averages highs of 26.9 °C (80 °F) and lows of 18.3 °C (65 °F), with about 206 mm of rain spread over roughly 16 days. January is one of the rainiest months of the year, so bring a rain jacket and keep some indoor activities in mind. Crowds tend to be high this month.

Climate · INMET (updated 2026)
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Temperature
26.9 / 18.3 °C
high / low
Rain
206 mm
16 days
Daylight
12h57
sunset at 18:49
Crowds
High
1 public holiday

What to expect in Brasília in January

Myllena Vieira, editor at Visite
Editor's tip

January finds Brasília in the middle of summer. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Temperatures are pleasant, with highs of 26.9 °C (80 °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 rains fairly often, so keep an indoor plan handy for gray days.

Myllena Vieira · Editor at Visite
Crowds
Crowd level: high

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

Prices
Rates: high · ~R$ 586

High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead. The average nightly rate for lodging in Brasília is around R$ 586 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.

Tours and tickets

Things to do in Brasília in January

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Brasilia Panoramic Tour
8.1· 317 reviews

Brasilia Panoramic Tour

On this panoramic tour of Brasília, we'll explore the center of Brazil's capital and discover the city's main areas. You'll love it!

2 h
from US$ 16
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Brasilia Private Tour
9.4· 70 reviews

Brasilia Private Tour

Do you want to get to know Brasilia in the most personalised way possible? With this private tour you'll have an English speaking guide just for you.

8 h
from US$ 118
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Pirenópolis & Corumbá Waterfall Private Day Trip
9.1· 23 reviews

Pirenópolis & Corumbá Waterfall Private Day Trip

Rejoice in the beautiful heritage of Pirenópolis and enjoy the breathtaking setting of the Corumbá waterfall on this private day trip leaving from Brasilia.

8 h
from US$ 316
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Chapada dos Veadeiros Private Day Trip
9.2· 12 reviews

Chapada dos Veadeiros Private Day Trip

Explore the Alto Paraiso region in Goiás and discover the beauty of the Brazilian rainforest. You'll visit the Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park.

10 h
from US$ 385
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Brasilia Bike Tour
9.7· 6 reviews

Brasilia Bike Tour

Cycle through the Brazilian capital with this Brasilia Bike Tour. You can decide which route to follow to enjoy the city in all its aspects.

5 h
from US$ 95
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Salto do Itiquira Private Day Trip
8.4· 5 reviews

Salto do Itiquira Private Day Trip

Are you in Brasilia and want to get to know its surroundings? On this day trip you'll travel to the Itiquira Municipal Park to see the second biggest waterfall

8 h
from US$ 316
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Where to stay

Hotels in Brasília

January is high season in Brasília: 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.

Cullinan Hplus Premium in Brasília 9.3 ★★★★★ · 149 reviews Cullinan Hplus Premium See on Booking → B Hotel Brasilia in Brasília 9.4 ★★★★★ · 44 reviews B Hotel Brasilia See on Booking → Nobile Suites Monumental in Brasília 9.2 ★★★★ · 26 reviews Nobile Suites Monumental See on Booking → St Paul Plaza Hotel in Brasília 8.8 ★★★ · 65 reviews St Paul Plaza Hotel See on Booking →
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Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.

What happens in January

No major fixed festivals in January, but public holidays (New Year's Day) bring more people to the destination.

Public holidays in January: New Year's Day (01/01). Expect more people and higher prices around these dates.

What to pack in January

Light clothing for the day · highs of 26.9 °C (80 °F) Rain jacket or umbrella · 16 days of rain in the month 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 Brasília in January

What is the weather like in Brasília in January?
In January, Brasília averages highs of 26.9 °C (80 °F) and lows of 18.3 °C (65 °F), with about 206 mm of rain spread over roughly 16 days. January is one of the rainiest months of the year, so bring a rain jacket and keep some indoor activities in mind. Crowds tend to be high this month.
Does it rain a lot in Brasília in January?
In January, Brasília gets about 206 mm of rain spread over around 16 rainy days, wetter than the average for the year. Bring a rain jacket and have an indoor backup plan.
Is January high season in Brasília?
Crowds in January tend to be high. High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead.
What is happening in Brasília in January?
No major fixed festivals in January, but public holidays (New Year's Day) bring more people to the destination.
Does it usually rain all day in Brasília in January?
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 Brasília in January: 16 rainy days in a month of 31 days (about 52% of the days) and 206 mm over the month, which works out to an average of about 13 mm per rainy day. Compared with the rest of the year, January is wetter than the destination's average. Bring a rain jacket and have an indoor backup plan for the rainy days.
What is the temperature in Brasília in January, and what should you pack?
According to INMET's climate normals, the average high in Brasília in January is 26.9 °C and the average low is 18.3 °C, with air humidity of around 74.7%. Compared with the rest of the year, the temperature in January is typical for the destination. For your suitcase, here is what those numbers call for: light clothing for the day; rain jacket or umbrella; sunscreen and sunglasses.
Is Brasília worth visiting in January?
Fair time to visit. On our weather comfort index, which weighs rain, heat and humidity from INMET's climate normals, January scores 49 out of 100 and ranks No. 8 among the 12 months. The most comfortable month is July (99) and the least comfortable is March (48). As for crowds, in January they tend to be high.
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