Geography of Brazil
Geography of Brazil: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Brazil
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Coordinates: 15°47′51″S 47°53′30.8″W (-15.7975, -47.8919)
Quick facts about Brazil
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | South America |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 15°47′51″S 47°53′30.8″W (-15.7975, -47.8919) |
| Capital | Brasilia |
| Population | 216.000.000 |
| Area | 3.287.955 sq mi |
| ISO code | BR |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | BRA |
| Currency | Brazilian real (BRL) |
| Languages | Portuguese |
| Calling code | +55 |
| Time zone | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Local time | 9:25 AM (UTC-03:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by city in Brazil
2 cities mapped in this atlas
Geography by river in Brazil
1 rivers mapped in this atlas
Summary
Brazil is a country in South America. Brazil is a country in South America with its capital at Brasilia. It has a population of about 216 million. The capital is Brasilia.
Right now it is 75°F (24°C) in Brazil with partly cloudy. It feels like 72°F. Today runs from 69°F to 87°F. Chance of precipitation is 22%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Brazil is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. September is the warmest month with average highs near 87°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 60°F.
The closest major airport is Sao Paulo Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), about 536 mi away. Nearby highlights include Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes and Copacabana Beach.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 87°F is 4.3°F above the 83°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Brazil today at 9.3/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Brazil month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79° | 66° | 7,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 80° | 66° | 6,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 81° | 67° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 80° | 66° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 79° | 63° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 78° | 60° | 0,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 79° | 60° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 83° | 62° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 87° | 66° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 85° | 68° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 82° | 67° | 6,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 81° | 67° | 8,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Brazil?
Brazil is a country in South America. Its coordinates are -15.7975, -47.8919. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Brazil right now?
It is currently 75°F (24°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 45% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Brazil?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Brazil, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Brazil in?
Brazil observes America/Sao_Paulo (UTC-03:00). The local time is 9:25 AM.
How many people live in Brazil?
Brazil has a population of approximately 216 million.
What is the nearest airport to Brazil?
The closest airports are Sao Paulo Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), 536 mi away and Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), 571 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Brazil?
Popular options include Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes, Copacabana Beach, Ipanema Beach and Amazon River.
What places are in Brazil?
Brazil covers 3 places in this atlas, including Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo and Amazon River.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 9:25 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
