Palácio do Planalto
The Palácio do Planalto is an official residence and palace located in Brasília, Brazil. Opened in 1960, the building is a prominent example of modern architecture designed by Oscar Niemeyer and is recognized as a heritage asset listed by IPHAN. It is one of the most looked-up sights in Brazil, ranking ninth among the country's sights on English Wikipedia.
Planning a visit
Brasília experiences significant rainfall between November and March, often exceeding 200 mm per month, with high temperatures ranging between 26 °C and 27 °C. The drier season runs from June through August, with minimal rainfall and daily temperatures averaging between 14 °C and 25 °C. The site is located 2 km from the capital city of Brasília. Travelers arriving by air can use the Presidente Juscelino Kubitschek International Airport, which is 10 km from the palace. Visitors can combine a trip to the palace with visits to other nearby landmarks. The Cathedral of Brasília is located 1.6 km away, and the Palácio da Alvorada is situated 4.2 km from the site. The Palácio do Planalto is wheelchair accessible for visitors.
Weather by month
The warmest month is September, with an average high of 29 °C. The wettest is December, with about 242 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 26 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 27 | 26 |
| Average low, °C | 19 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 19 |
| Rainfall, mm | 207 | 174 | 216 | 104 | 28 | 6 | 5 | 15 | 39 | 132 | 212 | 242 |
| Rainy days | 23 | 22 | 22 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 16 | 24 | 24 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
