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Florianópolis in January

Short answer

In January, Florianópolis averages highs of 29 °C (84 °F) and lows of 22 °C (72 °F), with about 241 mm of rain spread over roughly 17 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)
Most reviewed activity in FlorianópolisBlumenau & Pomerode Day Trip★ 8.4 · 124 reviews · from US$ 38 · via CivitatisSee dates and price →
Temperature
29 / 22 °C
high / low
Rain
241 mm
17 days
Daylight
13h40
sunset at 19:13
Crowds
High
1 public holiday

What to expect in Florianópolis in January

Myllena Vieira, editor at Visite
Editor's tip

January finds Florianópolis 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. It rains fairly often, so keep an indoor plan handy for gray days. If the dates line up, it is worth fitting New Year's Eve in Florianópolis 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$ 404

High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead. The average nightly rate for lodging in Florianópolis is around R$ 404 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.

Tours and tickets

Things to do in Florianópolis in January

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Blumenau & Pomerode Day Trip
8.4· 124 reviews

Blumenau & Pomerode Day Trip

Discover a little piece of Germany in Brazil on this day trip to Blumenau and Pomerode from Florianópolis. It'll be an amazing day!

12 h
from US$ 38
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Balneario Camboriú & Unipraias Park Day Trip
8· 47 reviews

Balneario Camboriú & Unipraias Park Day Trip

Discover two gems near Florianópolis on this unforgettable day trip to Balneario Camboriu and Unipraias Park in the beautiful state of Santa Catarina.

10 h
from US$ 25
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Florianopolis Tourist Bus
8.8· 39 reviews

Florianopolis Tourist Bus

Enjoy a comfortable panoramic tour with this Florianopolis Tourist Bus. You'll pass by all the must-see places of this Brazilian city!

8 h 30 min
from US$ 38
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Bombinhas Beach Trip
8· 30 reviews

Bombinhas Beach Trip

Want to enjoy a day relaxing in the sunshine? This trip to Bombinhas beaches from Florianópolis is a great way to switch off.

8 h 30 min
from US$ 25
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Beto Carrero World Day Trip
9.1· 29 reviews

Beto Carrero World Day Trip

Have a fun filled day enjoying the rides and shows of Latin America’s largest theme park with this day trip to Beto Carrero World.

12 h
from US$ 22
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Florianópolis Pirate Ship Ride
9.8· 8 reviews

Florianópolis Pirate Ship Ride

On this pirate boat ride through Florianópolis, we'll visit Ilha de Anhatomirim. An adventure in historic fortresses awaits!

6 h
from US$ 39
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Where to stay

Hotels in Florianópolis

January is high season in Florianópolis: 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.

Porto da Ilha Hotel in Florianópolis 8.9 ★★★★ · 47 reviews Porto da Ilha Hotel See on Booking → Novotel Florianopolis in Florianópolis 8.6 ★★★★ · 24 reviews Novotel Florianopolis See on Booking → Rede Andrade Cecomtur in Florianópolis 7.9 ★★★ · 615 reviews Rede Andrade Cecomtur See on Booking → Lumar Hotel in Florianópolis 5.3 ★★★ · 60 reviews Lumar Hotel See on Booking →
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Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.

What happens in January

New Year's Eve in Florianópolis
New Year's Eve with public fireworks at Beira-Mar Norte and the Hercílio Luz Bridge, plus parties in Jurerê Internacional.
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 · 17 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 Florianópolis in January

What is the weather like in Florianópolis in January?
In January, Florianópolis averages highs of 29 °C (84 °F) and lows of 22 °C (72 °F), with about 241 mm of rain spread over roughly 17 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 Florianópolis in January?
In January, Florianópolis gets about 241 mm of rain spread over around 17 rainy days, wetter than the average for the year. Bring a rain jacket and have an indoor backup plan.
Is January high season in Florianópolis?
Crowds in January tend to be high. High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead.
What is happening in Florianópolis in January?
January brings New Year's Eve in Florianópolis. Confirm the dates and book early if they overlap with your trip.
Does it usually rain all day in Florianópolis 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 Florianópolis in January: 17 rainy days in a month of 31 days (about 55% of the days) and 241 mm over the month, which works out to an average of about 14 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 Florianópolis in January, and what should you pack?
According to INMET's climate normals, the average high in Florianópolis in January is 29 °C and the average low is 22 °C, with air humidity of around 79%. 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 Florianópolis 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 41 out of 100 and ranks No. 10 among the 12 months. The most comfortable month is May (59) and the least comfortable is February (39). As for crowds, in January they tend to be high.
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