Brazilian Coast

Overview

This is the coastal part of the country and its "hinterland," stretching from the border with Uruguay in the south to nearly the mouth of the Amazon in the north. With cities like Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Fortaleza, Salvador, and Recife, it is by far the most populated and tourist-heavy region of the country, differing in many ways from the Amazon region of Brazil.

Major Cities

Tourist Attractions

Cities and Heritage

Beaches and Coastline

Nature and Activities

Climate and Weather on the Brazilian Coast

Best Time to Visit the Coast

★★★: highly favorable | ★★: favorable | ★: moderately favorable | ⊘: unfavorable.

Sea Temperatures Throughout the Year

As expected, while ocean temperatures are pleasant year-round near Salvador, the same isn’t true for the southern coast, where swimming is best enjoyed during the austral summer.

Climate and Weather by Region

Northern Coast (Fortaleza)

Central Coast (Rio)

Southern Coast (Porto Alegre)