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Canela in January

Short answer

In January, Canela averages highs of 27.8 °C (82 °F) and lows of 17.2 °C (63 °F), with about 214.1 mm of rain spread over roughly 13 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
27.8 / 17.2 °C
high / low
Rain
214.1 mm
13 days
Daylight
13h48
sunset at 19:26
Crowds
High
1 public holiday

What to expect in Canela in January

Myllena Vieira, editor at Visite
Editor's tip

January finds Canela in the middle of summer. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Temperatures are pleasant, with highs of 27.8 °C (82 °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. If the dates line up, it is worth fitting Sonho de Natal (Christmas Dream) into your itinerary: it is what livens up the destination at that time of year.

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$ 337

High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead. The average nightly rate for lodging in Canela is around R$ 337 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.

Tours and tickets

Things to do in Canela in January

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Ticket to Skyglass Canela
8.7· 47 reviews

Ticket to Skyglass Canela

If you're in Canela and are craving thrilling adventure coupled with breathtaking vistas, don't miss out on this unforgettable Skyglass experience!

from US$ 29
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Gramado and Canela Sightseeing Bus
8.4· 21 reviews

Gramado and Canela Sightseeing Bus

With this Gramado and Canela sightseeing bus ticket, you'll explore these 2 Brazilian cities in the most comfortable way, unlimited for either 1, 2, or 3 days!

3 days
from US$ 18
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Maria Fumaça Train Ride + Tour of Aurora Winery
9.1· 18 reviews

Maria Fumaça Train Ride + Tour of Aurora Winery

Explore the most picturesque landscapes of the Serra Gaúcha as you ride on the Maria Fumaça train. You'll have the chance to tour the Aurora Winery!

12 h
from US$ 83
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Vale dos Vinhedos Wine Tour
8.6· 10 reviews

Vale dos Vinhedos Wine Tour

Join us to explore Rio Grande do Sul's links with Italy on this wine tour through Vale dos Vinhedos. We'll visit several wineries with tasting included

11 h
from US$ 72
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Off-roading + Hiking at the Caracol Waterfall
10· 4 reviews

Off-roading + Hiking at the Caracol Waterfall

On this hiking tour of the Caracol waterfall, we'll walk through the lush forest and ride an off-roading vehicle to explore the most remote areas of Rio Grande.

3 h
from US$ 35
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Italian Dinner & Folklore Show in Gramado
9.5· 4 reviews

Italian Dinner & Folklore Show in Gramado

Enjoy a true feast in Gramado with this Italian dinner and folklore show at the Cantina Linha Bella restaurant. We'll hear songs as well as watch a play!

3 h
from US$ 58
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Where to stay

Hotels in Canela

January is high season in Canela: 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.

Hotel Laghetto Vivace in Canela 9.3 ★★★ · 25 reviews Hotel Laghetto Vivace See on Booking → SKY VILLE HOTEL CANELA - Otima Localizacao in Canela 8.8 ★★★ · 75 reviews SKY VILLE HOTEL CANELA - Otima Localizacao See on Booking → Laghetto Canela in Canela 8.8 ★★★★ · 29 reviews Laghetto Canela See on Booking → Grande Hotel Canela in Canela 8.9 ★★★★ · 18 reviews Grande Hotel Canela See on Booking →
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Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.

What happens in January

Sonho de Natal (Christmas Dream)
Canela's Christmas fills the city for almost three months, with hundreds of attractions and much of the programming free.
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 jacket for the evening · nights of 17.2 °C (63 °F) Light clothing for the day · highs of 27.8 °C (82 °F) Rain jacket or umbrella · 13 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 Canela in January

What is the weather like in Canela in January?
In January, Canela averages highs of 27.8 °C (82 °F) and lows of 17.2 °C (63 °F), with about 214.1 mm of rain spread over roughly 13 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 Canela in January?
In January, Canela gets about 214.1 mm of rain spread over around 13 rainy days, in line with the average rainfall for the year. Bring a rain jacket and have an indoor backup plan.
Is January high season in Canela?
Crowds in January tend to be high. High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead.
What is happening in Canela in January?
January brings Sonho de Natal (Christmas Dream). Confirm the dates and book early if they overlap with your trip.
Does it usually rain all day in Canela 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 Canela in January: 13 rainy days in a month of 31 days (about 42% of the days) and 214.1 mm over the month, which works out to an average of about 16 mm per rainy day. Compared with the rest of the year, January falls within the destination's average rainfall. Bring a rain jacket and have an indoor backup plan for the rainy days.
What is the temperature in Canela in January, and what should you pack?
According to INMET's climate normals, the average high in Canela in January is 27.8 °C and the average low is 17.2 °C, with air humidity of around 77%. 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 jacket for the evening; light clothing for the day; rain jacket or umbrella.
Is Canela 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 45 out of 100 and ranks No. 10 among the 12 months. The most comfortable month is April (60) and the least comfortable is July (42). As for crowds, in January they tend to be high.
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