Does It Snow in Brazil?

Parts of Brazil have seen snow for the first time in 64 years due to an uncharacteristic cold spell. In Rio Grande do Sul, the snow has threatened agriculture, with sugar and coffee prices rising. The snowfall is exciting for many Brazilians who have never experienced it before.

How often does Brazil get snow?

Snow in Brazil occurs yearly in the high plains of the country's South Region (comprising the states of Rio Grande do Sul, Santa Catarina, and Paraná). Elsewhere in the country it is a rare phenomenon but has been registered several times. The phenomenon occurs mainly during the months of June, July and August.

Does it normally snow in Brazil?

Though snow blizzards and freezing temperatures aren't common in Brazil, when it does occur it is usually during the months of June, July and August. The last time snow engulfed parts of the country in the same way, it was in 1957.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

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Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.