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Jardineira Tour
In this jardineira tour of Ouro Preto, we'll embark on a panoramic tour, allowing you to take in the city's primary attractions from a unique perspective.
4 h 30 min
from US$ 19
Short answer
In March, Ouro Preto averages highs of 28 °C (82 °F) and lows of 20 °C (68 °F), with about 198 mm of rain spread over roughly 11 days. March 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 low this month.
Climate · INMET (updated 2026)
Temperature
28 / 20 °C
high / low
Rain
198 mm
11 days
Daylight
12h12
sunset at 18:08
Crowds
Low
season
What to expect in Ouro Preto in March
Editor's tip
March brings fall to Ouro Preto. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Temperatures are pleasant, with highs of 28 °C (82 °F) and nights that still call for a light jacket. Crowds are light, which tends to work in favor of travelers: shorter lines, more peace and quiet, and cheaper lodging. It rains fairly often, so keep an indoor plan handy for gray days. If the dates line up, it is worth fitting Carnival in Ouro Preto or Holy Week in Ouro Preto (Semana Santa) into your itinerary: it is what livens up the destination at that time of year.
Myllena Vieira · Editor at VisiteCrowds
Crowd level: low
A quiet period: short lines and room to move on the streets, ideal if you want to avoid the crowds.
Prices
Rates: low · ~R$ 527
Low season: usually the best time to find lodging and tickets at a better price. The average nightly rate for lodging in Ouro Preto is around R$ 527 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.
Tours and tickets
Things to do in Ouro Preto in March
Where to stay
Hotels in Ouro Preto
March is low season in Ouro Preto: rates drop and there are more rooms to choose from. A good time to get a better hotel for the same budget.
Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.
What happens in March
Carnival in Ouro Preto
Street Carnival with blocos (street parties) and dances in the student houses known as repúblicas, one of the busiest in Minas Gerais.
Holy Week in Ouro Preto (Semana Santa)
Traditional religious celebrations with processions and decorated carpets on the streets, recalling the Passion of Christ.
What to pack in March
Light clothing for the day · highs of 28 °C (82 °F) Rain jacket or umbrella · 11 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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