Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Paraty in December
Little changes in Paraty from November: highs stay near 89°F (31°C), lows near 72°F (22°C), and about 8.0 in (203 mm) of rain falls.
With a comfort score of 40/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 89°F (31°C)
- Avg low
- 72°F (22°C)
- Rain
- 8.0 in (203 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 71%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 25 min
- Comfort score
- 40/100 · Tough
What December feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 89°F (31°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 72°F (22°C).
Humidity averages 83%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is a real factor, with about 8.0 in (203 mm) across the month.
Plan around December
December is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are June – August.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (December – February), which brings about 24.1 in (612 mm) in total.
- Longest days of the year, about 13 h 25 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 45/100 in November to 40/100.
- Our Rio, Ilha Grande & Paraty route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clothes89°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics83% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes8.0 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Paraty in December
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Cachoeira do Tobogã
Smooth rock slide into a river pool in the village of Penha.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 89°F.
Paraty Bay Schooner Tour
Day cruise on a wooden schooner stopping at islands and coves for swimming.
Why now Best first thing, before the 89°F afternoon heat.
Alambique Maria Izabel
Small family cachaça distillery on the bay, with tastings by the sea.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 8.0 in of rain.
Caminho do Ouro
Guided hike on a stretch of the colonial stone road used to carry gold to the coast.
Banana da Terra
Chef Ana Bueno's restaurant cooking caiçara coastal recipes with local fish and plantain.
Why now Easy to slot in when December's rain moves in.
Nearby in December
- Ilha Grande in December~35 mi · highs 85°F, 8.4 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Rio de Janeiro in December~100 mi · highs 82°F, 9.1 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, wetter
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 December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Paraty?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 40/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are June – August. Expect highs of 89°F (31°C) and 8.0 in (203 mm) of rain. Our Rio, Ilha Grande & Paraty route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov, so December is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Paraty in December?
Average highs are 89°F (31°C) and average lows 72°F (22°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Paraty in December?
Yes: about 8.0 in (203 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 55.9 in (1420 mm).
What should I pack for Paraty in December?
Bring light, breathable clothes (89°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (83% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (8.0 in of rain on average).
Planning Paraty in December?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.