Start of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Paraty in October
Little changes in Paraty from September: highs stay near 89°F (31°C), lows near 67°F (20°C), and about 4.7 in (120 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 54/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 89°F (31°C)
- Avg low
- 67°F (20°C)
- Rain
- 4.7 in (120 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 72%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 33 min
- Comfort score
- 54/100 · Fair
What October feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 89°F (31°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Lows average 67°F (20°C).
Humidity averages 77%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is a real factor, with about 4.7 in (120 mm) across the month.
Plan around October
October sits mid-table; the best months are June – August.
- Humidity season begins: 77% on average, up from 74% in September.
- Comfort slips from 68/100 in September to 54/100.
- October sits inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov window our Rio, Ilha Grande & Paraty route recommends.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clothes89°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics77% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes4.7 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 October
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Paraty Bay Schooner Tour
Day cruise on a wooden schooner stopping at islands and coves for swimming.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 89°F.
Cachoeira do Tobogã
Smooth rock slide into a river pool in the village of Penha.
Why now Best first thing, before the 89°F afternoon heat.
Caminho do Ouro
Guided hike on a stretch of the colonial stone road used to carry gold to the coast.
Paraty Historic Center
Car-free grid of 18th-century houses and cobbled streets, part of a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Margarida Café
Restaurant in the historic center with live music most nights and a mix of seafood and pasta.
Why now A break from 89°F afternoons.
Nearby in October
- Ilha Grande in October~35 mi · highs 83°F, 4.7 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Rio de Janeiro in October~100 mi · highs 79°F, 4.3 in rain · 5°C (9°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 October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Paraty?
It's middling, scoring 54/100. The best months are June – August, at up to 86. Expect highs of 89°F (31°C) and 4.7 in (120 mm) of rain. October is inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov window our Rio, Ilha Grande & Paraty route recommends.
How hot is Paraty in October?
Average highs are 89°F (31°C) and average lows 67°F (20°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Paraty in October?
Yes: about 4.7 in (120 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 55.9 in (1420 mm).
What should I pack for Paraty in October?
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 (77% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (4.7 in of rain on average).
Routes in season in October
- Rio, Ilha Grande & Paraty Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov
Planning Paraty in October?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.