Brazil is a South American country, and one among the few that does not comprise the Andes, which is why permanent snowfields do not exist in the country. It is divided into four climatic regions namely, the Amazon Basin, Brazilian plateau, tropical coastlands, and southern states. The climate in Brazil differs depending on the particular region one is in, though in general, the country is tropical for the most part.

The particular seasons in the country are exactly the opposite of the ones you may experience in either Europe or the US, with the exception of Brazil’s northern region. The normal yearly temperature of Brazil in its northern area is 28 °C or 82.4 °F. This is also the hottest part of the country. In the southern region of Brazil, the average temperature is 22 °C or 71.6 °F annually. Nevertheless it could get cold in the winter. Those in the southern countryside could also experience some snowfall. São Paolo as well as Brasilia benefit from a mild type of climate, experiencing temperatures that fall within the range of 19 °C or 66.2 °F. At the height of summer, temperatures in Rio de Janeiro could reach 40 °C. Generally however, the temperature of Brazil could vary between 25 °C to 30 °C or 77 °F to 86 °F. The cool season in Brazil starts from May down to September. Its warmest season begins in December lasting through March, while the monsoon season is from October till May.

When you travel to Brazil, you may want to consider the appropriate type of clothing you should take with you. For women who are in the country on business, dresses and skirts work very well. For the men, collared shirts and ties are still the order of the day. It would be good for women to take a shawl along with them especially when going inside buildings and eating establishments, as air conditioning may be a bit too cold.

During the summer months of December till March, the climate in Brazil can be uncomfortably hot. It would be wise to wear clothing made from natural materials such as cotton, linen, or silk.

While in Brazil, you may want to get a taste of the sun and the sea, which is why you should pack your swimwear for a day in the beach. For long walks on the countryside of Brazil, sandals or the most comfortable pair of walking shoes is ideal. Sunglasses and wide-brimmed hats are very practical add-ons for protection during the hot summer days. Playing it safe, you can actually layer up your clothes so that you can easily shed off one piece of clothing after another when the temperature gets uncomfortably warm. Going further south however, it would be a good idea to bring warmer garments, especially in the winter.

When you travel to Brazil, take note of both the country’s climate and its temperature. This helps you to know exactly what you should expect and be more prepared while you are there.