When to go to The Brazilian Amazon
December - March
The Amazon is always humid and its temperature does not vary greatly. At this time it will be around 28°C, with rainfall on the majority of days and water levels steadily rising. Most jungle trails will be walkable. Manaus celebrates a glittering Carnival in its Sambodromo in February or March.
31°C Average max daytime temperature
23°C Average min nighttime temperature
28 days per season rainfall
Very High humidity
April - May
As April draws to a close most of the jungle trails will be flooded, with the rainfall easing throughout May. Music lovers who wish to catch a performance at the opulent Opera House of Manaus can visit during this time as their season runs from April - May.
31°C Average max daytime temperature
23°C Average min nighttime temperature
27 days per season rainfall
Very High humidity
June - August
By June the copious rainfall will have reduced and you can expect more reliable sunshine, which makes the climate feel much hotter. In June the water levels in the rivers and creeks are high, opening up the possibility of intrepid canoe trips through flooded forests, although wildlife shelters from the rain and is harder to spot. In Manaus, the cultural Festival do Amazonas is held in June.
From July there are days which are sunny, hot and much clearer, with rainfall slowly increasing each month.
31°C Average max daytime temperature
22°C Average min nighttime temperature
14 days per season rainfall
Very High humidity
September - November
Rainfall steadily increases during these months and November marks the transition into the rainier season. Water levels are lower which brings many advantages: you can access jungle trails, spot wildlife more easily and there are fewer mosquitoes.
32°C Average max daytime temperature
23°C Average min nighttime temperature
16 days per season rainfall
Very High humidity
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