Pelourinho do Poder
Historical Site
Pelourinho do Poder
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How to Get to Pelourinho do Poder #
Ouro Preto is about 100 km (2-3 hours) from Belo Horizonte; buses and rental cars run from the capital. The town’s steep streets are best explored on foot once arrived.
Tips for Visiting Pelourinho do Poder #
- Visit the Igreja de São Francisco de Assis in the morning to see light slant across Aleijadinho's carved stonework.
- Wear good shoes - cobblestones are uneven and steep.
- Explore beyond the main square: narrow alleys reveal baroque façades and small ateliers.
Best Time to Visit Pelourinho do Poder #
Best in the dry months (May-September) to comfortably explore the steep cobbled streets and outdoor viewpoints.
Weather & Climate near Pelourinho do Poder #
Pelourinho do Poder's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with warm summers (peaking in February) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 10°C to 28°C. Abundant rainfall (1511 mm/year), wettest in December with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (280 mm).
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February
February is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (178 mm).
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March
March is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (177 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. The driest month with just 15 mm.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. The driest month with just 15 mm.
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August
August is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).
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October
October is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm).
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November
November is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (228 mm).
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (324 mm).
