Rio de Janeiro vs São Paulo in August

São Paulo is the better pick in August — 90 vs 83 on SeasonMap's comfort score. São Paulo is nice, a little rain, while Rio de Janeiro is warm, a little rain, muggy air.

Rio de Janeiro vs São PauloAugust climate, side by side

Rio de JaneiroSão Paulo
Comfort score83/100 (A)90/100 (S)
Feels-like high28°C23°C
Avg high / low27° / 18°25° / 14°
Rainfall60 mm49 mm
Rainy days96
Humidity76%75%
Air quality (AQI)6885

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Rio de Janeiro vs São Paulo in August — FAQ

Is August better in Rio de Janeiro or São Paulo?
São Paulo is the better pick in August — 90 vs 83 on SeasonMap's comfort score. São Paulo is nice, a little rain, while Rio de Janeiro is warm, a little rain, muggy air.
What is the weather like in Rio de Janeiro vs São Paulo in August?
In August, Rio de Janeiro averages 27°C high / 18°C low with about 60 mm of rain; São Paulo averages 25°C high / 14°C low with about 49 mm.