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Discovering Brazil
Post Offices:
Street offices are open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Locations within shopping malls are open Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. There
are no set hours during the weekend and vary by location
Weather
Temperatures in Brazil are relatively consistent throughout the year, but some areas vary
more than others.
Along the Atlantic coast
the summer months
(December to February)
are hot, humid, and rainy.
The winter months (June
to August) are very
comfortable with an
average temperature of
about 20ºC (68ºF)
The northeast region is
typically the hottest,
especially during the dry
season, between May
and June, into November
where highs have been
recorded in excess of
38ºC (100ºF). Along the
coast, temperatures are
similar to Rio de Janeiro,
but tropical breezes lead
to low humidity
In the south region, the temperature can reach close to 0ºC (32ºF) in the winter and
some areas even experience snow
In the Amazon, the humidity level is high and it can be very rainy, though
temperatures remain stable year-round at an average of 27 to 32ºC (80ºF to 90ºF)
Natural Hazards
The main issues impacting Brazil are flooding and droughts. Heavy rains and the resulting
flooding have also led to mudslides in certain areas. Below is some information to follow in
case of emergency.
The most important factor to consider in a natural disaster is the location of your home or
work. Understanding the geography and local weather patterns in your area is vital to being
able to make an informed decision. Each city and region has unique precautionary systems
in place and regional governments are continuing to develop public safety plans to aide in
evacuation and early recognition of potential natural disasters. In many situations, it is best
to err on the side of caution and remove yourself from danger.