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Balneário Camboriú is a beach resort city on the Atlantic coast of Santa Catarina in southern Brazil, known for the wall of high-rises that lines its 7 km Praia Central and for the Unipraias cable car that climbs Morro da Aguada to a beach on the far side of the hill. About 145,000 people live here, and the number swells past a million over the New Year’s holiday. This guide covers the weather, the beaches, the neighborhoods and where to stay.
Balneário Camboriú Weather at a Glance
Balneário Camboriú has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen Cfa) with a 20.1°C annual mean and about 1,569 mm of rain spread across the year. Summers are hot and humid, with January and February averaging highs of 29°C (84°F) and nights around 23°C (73°F). Winters are mild rather than cold: July, the coolest month, still averages a 21.3°C (70°F) high, though early-morning lows can reach 4°C to 10°C.
Rainfall peaks in summer, with February at 209 mm and January at 186 mm, mostly as short late-afternoon thunderstorms. July is the driest month at 79 mm. The sea off the coast runs from about 16°C in winter to 24.4°C at the February and March peak, so swimming is at its best from December through April.
Balneário Camboriú Seasons: A Quick Snapshot
Summer (December to March)
Hot, humid and busy. Daytime highs run 27°C to 29°C (81°F to 84°F), the sea warms to 23°C to 24.4°C, and the seafront fills with Argentine, Paraguayan and Brazilian vacationers. This is the season for the Réveillon fireworks and the carnival, but also the wettest months and the highest hotel prices.
Autumn and Spring (April to May, September to November)
The shoulder seasons are the value window, with highs of 19°C to 25°C (66°F to 77°F), fewer crowds and hotel rates 30 to 50 percent below January. The sea is still swimmable in April and November at around 21°C.
Winter (June to August)
Mild, dry and quiet. Highs stay around 21°C to 22°C (70°F to 72°F) and rain drops to 79 to 96 mm a month, but the sea cools to about 16°C and most visitors stay out of the water. This is the cheapest and calmest time to visit.
Balneário Camboriú Travel Guides: Plan Your Trip
Weather by Month
Full month-by-month tables for temperature, rainfall and sea temperature. See the Balneário Camboriú weather by month guide.
Best Time to Visit
When to come for beach weather, lower prices and fewer crowds. See the best time to visit Balneário Camboriú guide.
Things to Do
The Unipraias cable car, Praia Central, Cristo Luz, the Oceanic Aquarium and a Beto Carrero World day trip. See the things to do in Balneário Camboriú guide.
Events and Festivals
Réveillon on December 31, the Viva Folia BC carnival and the summer music calendar. See the events in Balneário Camboriú guide.
Neighborhoods
Centro, Barra Sul, Praia dos Amores and the quieter southern beaches. See the Balneário Camboriú neighborhoods guide.
Where to Stay
Hotels by area and budget across the three beach districts. See the where to stay in Balneário Camboriú guide.
Travel Tips and FAQ
Airports, transport, money, tipping and safety answers. See the Balneário Camboriú travel tips guide.
Quick Facts About Balneário Camboriú
The warmest months are January and February at 29°C (84°F), and the coolest is July at 21.3°C (70°F). The wettest month is February with 209 mm and the driest is July with 79 mm. The best swimming months are February and March, when the sea reaches 24.4°C. The city was founded on July 20, 1964, and Praia Central, the main beach, stretches 7 km. The nearest airport is Navegantes (NVT), 17 km north.
Suggested Hotels in Balneário Camboriú
Felissimo Exclusive Hotel
This 12-room boutique hotel near Praia dos Amores pairs private hot tubs and fireplaces in each suite with a full spa, outdoor pool and the Bistrô Felissimo restaurant. Best for couples who want a quiet, adults-focused stay away from the Centro crowds. Check rates and availability
Hotel Sibara SPA & Convenções
Hotel Sibara on Avenida Brasil 1500 runs a full spa, sauna, gym and its own Hugani Trattoria, and sits about 250 metres from Praia Central. Best for travelers who want a central base with real wellness facilities. Check rates and availability
Ibis Styles Balneário Camboriú
This ibis Styles on Rua 1500 is one block from the beach and scores 9.4 for location, with an outdoor pool, buffet breakfast and a kids’ corner. Best for budget travelers and families who plan to spend all day on the sand. Check rates and availability
