Petrópolis weather
At 3:45 PM local time it was drizzle and 20°C (67°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 3 PM, 2 PM (7.7 mm total). Best months for weather: Apr–Sep. Petrópolis sits 831 m (2,727 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Petrópolis, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 94%
- Chance of rain
- 100%
- Rain
- 1.1 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 3 PM, 2 PM (7.7 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Apr–SepOff season Nov–Jan
About Petrópolis weather
Is it raining in Petrópolis right now?
Yes. It’s drizzle and 20° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 3 PM, 2 PM (7.7 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Petrópolis this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 21–33° and lows of 15–20°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Thursday.
Has it been raining in Petrópolis lately?
In the past 7 days, Petrópolis had 6 rainy days and 106.8 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Petrópolis?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Petrópolis weather by month
When is the best time to visit Petrópolis?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Petrópolis is Apr–Sep, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Nov–Jan tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 25°C (76°F) in June to 29°C (85°F) in October.
What is the rainiest month in Petrópolis?
December is the wettest month, with about 228 mm (9.0 in) of rain on average. August is the driest, with about 37 mm (1.5 in).
What is the hottest month in Petrópolis?
October is the warmest, with average highs of 29°C (85°F) and lows of 17°C (62°F). June is the coolest, with highs of 25°C (76°F) and lows of 14°C (56°F).
Does Petrópolis have a rainy season?
Yes. Mar, Nov–Jan is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jun–Aug is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months