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Búzios in January

Short answer

In January, Búzios averages highs of 29 °C (84 °F) and lows of 22 °C (72 °F), with about 80 mm of rain spread over roughly 9 days. January has moderate rainfall, usually in quick showers that do not spoil the whole day. Crowds tend to be high this month.

Climate · INMET (updated 2026)
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Temperature
29 / 22 °C
high / low
Rain
80 mm
9 days
Daylight
13h21
sunset at 18:37
Crowds
High
1 public holiday

What to expect in Búzios in January

Myllena Vieira, editor at Visite
Editor's tip

January finds Búzios in the middle of summer. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Temperatures are pleasant, with highs of 29 °C (84 °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. Rain, when it comes, is usually brief and does not spoil the day.

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$ 477

High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead. The average nightly rate for lodging in Búzios is around R$ 477 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.

Tours and tickets

Things to do in Búzios in January

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Arraial do Cabo Day Trip + Boat Ride
8.1· 19 reviews

Arraial do Cabo Day Trip + Boat Ride

Want to visit one of the most beautiful places in Rio de Janeiro? On this excursion to Arraial do Cabo, we'll visit its white sandy beaches on a fun boat ride.

10 h
from US$ 68
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Buzios Trolleybus Tour
8.3· 16 reviews

Buzios Trolleybus Tour

Find out for yourself why Brigitte Bardot fell in love with the beaches of Búzios when you take this trolleybus tour of the Brazilian city.

1 h 30 min
from US$ 19
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Búzios Diving Introduction
9.6· 5 reviews

Búzios Diving Introduction

Want to explore the treasures of the Brazilian seabed? Join this diving class in Búzios for an intro to this exciting activity in a dreamy environment.

1 h 20 min
from US$ 51
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Búzios Buggy Tour
9.6· 5 reviews

Búzios Buggy Tour

Want to explore Búzios in a fun way? Don't miss this exciting buggy tour! You'll fall in love with the history and beauty of this coastal city.

1 h 20 min
from US$ 55
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Tour of Búzios + Catamaran Ride
8· 5 reviews

Tour of Búzios + Catamaran Ride

On this tour of Búzios, we'll explore the city by land and sea, getting to know its most famous beaches and delving into its history.

6 h
from US$ 66
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Búzios Hiking Tour
8· 4 reviews

Búzios Hiking Tour

Explore the breathtaking landscapes of Rio de Janeiro! Come join us on a hiking adventure through the stunning beaches and natural pools of Búzios.

2 h 30 min
from US$ 24
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Where to stay

Hotels in Búzios

January is high season in Búzios: 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.

Greco Hotel in Búzios 9.3 ★★★★ · 86 reviews Greco Hotel See on Booking → Vila deste Hotel in Búzios 9.1 ★★★★★ · 19 reviews Vila deste Hotel See on Booking → Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention in Búzios 8.6 ★★★★★ · 48 reviews Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention See on Booking → Pousada Aroma do Mar by Latitud Hoteles in Búzios 8.5 ★★★★ · 48 reviews Pousada Aroma do Mar by Latitud Hoteles 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 29 °C (84 °F) Rain jacket or umbrella · 9 days of rain in the month Sunscreen and sunglasses · strong sun on the tours Quick-dry clothing · humidity of 80% Comfortable walking shoes · you will be on foot much of the day
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Where the weather is good in January

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Questions about Búzios in January

What is the weather like in Búzios in January?
In January, Búzios averages highs of 29 °C (84 °F) and lows of 22 °C (72 °F), with about 80 mm of rain spread over roughly 9 days. January has moderate rainfall, usually in quick showers that do not spoil the whole day. Crowds tend to be high this month.
Does it rain a lot in Búzios in January?
In January, Búzios gets about 80 mm of rain spread over around 9 rainy days, in line with the average rainfall for the year. Rain tends to come in quick showers that do not ruin the day.
Is January high season in Búzios?
Crowds in January tend to be high. High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead.
What is happening in Búzios 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 Búzios 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 Búzios in January: 9 rainy days in a month of 31 days (about 29% of the days) and 80 mm over the month, which works out to an average of about 9 mm per rainy day. Compared with the rest of the year, January falls within the destination's average rainfall. Rain tends to come in showers, but it is smart to have an indoor backup plan.
What is the temperature in Búzios in January, and what should you pack?
According to INMET's climate normals, the average high in Búzios in January is 29 °C and the average low is 22 °C, with air humidity of around 80%. Compared with the rest of the year, January is among the hottest months at 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 Búzios worth visiting in January?
Good time to visit. On our weather comfort index, which weighs rain, heat and humidity from INMET's climate normals, January scores 55 out of 100 and ranks No. 11 among the 12 months. The most comfortable month is August (80) and the least comfortable is December (54). As for crowds, in January they tend to be high.
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