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Florianópolis

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Region and Population

Florianópolis is located in the state of Santa Catarina in the southern region of Brazil. This exceptionally beautiful city is situated on a small coastal peninsula and a main island with over 40 different beaches to choose from. Florianópolis, or Floripa as it is called by locals, is home to approximately 300,000 inhabitants.

Climate

Florianópolis experiences a humid subtropical climate with seasons that are opposite to those of the northern hemisphere. In general, temperatures are warm, 82°F during the day and 72°F at night. June through September are the coolest months in Florianópolis, with fall-like temperatures of 57°F at night and the 72°F during the day. The rainy season in the region starts in December and ends in March.
TypeJanFebMarAprMayJuneJulAugSeptOctNovDec
Highs828382787370696970737780
Lows717169656056565759626669
Avg. Rainfall7.28.17.6443.13.93.85.25.25.26