Start of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Paraty in April
Paraty edges cooler than March, with highs of 85°F (29°C), lows of 69°F (21°C) and about 3.6 in (92 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 64/100, 6th of 12.
- Avg high
- 85°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 69°F (21°C)
- Rain
- 3.6 in (92 mm)
- Humidity
- 86%
- Cloud cover
- 55%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 27 min
- Comfort score
- 64/100 · Good
What April feels like
Highs settle around 85°F (29°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Lows average 69°F (21°C).
Humidity averages 86%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Some rain is likely, about 3.6 in (92 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around April
April sits mid-table; the best months are June – August.
- Comfort improves from 48/100 in March to 64/100.
- April sits inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov window our Rio, Ilha Grande & Paraty route recommends.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clothes85°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics86% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Paraty in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Cachoeira do Tobogã
Smooth rock slide into a river pool in the village of Penha.
Why now April scores 64/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Trindade
Fishing village with beaches and the Piscina Natural do Cachadaço, a tidal pool under boulders.
Why now Highs near 85°F and 3.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Caminho do Ouro
Guided hike on a stretch of the colonial stone road used to carry gold to the coast.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Paraty Historic Center
Car-free grid of 18th-century houses and cobbled streets, part of a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Paraty Bay Schooner Tour
Day cruise on a wooden schooner stopping at islands and coves for swimming.
Nearby in April
- Ilha Grande in April~35 mi · highs 82°F, 4.0 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Rio de Janeiro in April~100 mi · highs 80°F, 4.0 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~800 m to Paraty's ~8 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Paraty in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Paraty?
It's middling, scoring 64/100. The best months are June – August, at up to 86. Expect highs of 85°F (29°C) and 3.6 in (92 mm) of rain. April is inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov window our Rio, Ilha Grande & Paraty route recommends.
How hot is Paraty in April?
Average highs are 85°F (29°C) and average lows 69°F (21°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Paraty in April?
Some: about 3.6 in (92 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 55.9 in (1420 mm).
What should I pack for Paraty in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (85°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (86% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in April
- Rio, Ilha Grande & Paraty Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov
Planning Paraty in April?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.