Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Paraty in February
Little changes in Paraty from January: highs stay near 89°F (32°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), and about 7.1 in (181 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 44/100, 10th of 12.
- Avg high
- 89°F (32°C)
- Avg low
- 74°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 7.1 in (181 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 61%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 46 min
- Comfort score
- 44/100 · Tough
What February feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 89°F (32°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 74°F (23°C).
Humidity averages 84%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is a real factor, with about 7.1 in (181 mm) across the month.
Plan around February
February sits mid-table; the best months are June – August.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, December – February.
- Comfort improves from 35/100 in January to 44/100.
- Our Rio, Ilha Grande & Paraty route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Light, breathable clothes89°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics84% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes7.1 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 February
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Margarida Café
Restaurant in the historic center with live music most nights and a mix of seafood and pasta.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 7.1 in of rain.
Igreja de Santa Rita
Whitewashed 1722 church on the waterfront, the town's best-known landmark.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 7.1 in of rain.
Alambique Maria Izabel
Small family cachaça distillery on the bay, with tastings by the sea.
Why now Easy to slot in when February's rain moves in.
Banana da Terra
Chef Ana Bueno's restaurant cooking caiçara coastal recipes with local fish and plantain.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter February days.
Trindade
Fishing village with beaches and the Piscina Natural do Cachadaço, a tidal pool under boulders.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 89°F.
Nearby in February
- Ilha Grande in February~35 mi · highs 86°F, 7.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Rio de Janeiro in February~100 mi · highs 84°F, 6.0 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, drier
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 February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Paraty?
It's middling, scoring 44/100. The best months are June – August, at up to 86. Expect highs of 89°F (32°C) and 7.1 in (181 mm) of rain. Our Rio, Ilha Grande & Paraty route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov, so February is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Paraty in February?
Average highs are 89°F (32°C) and average lows 74°F (23°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Paraty in February?
Yes: about 7.1 in (181 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 55.9 in (1420 mm).
What should I pack for Paraty in February?
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 (84% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (7.1 in of rain on average).
Planning Paraty in February?
Share this February plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.