First Snow in Brazil 2025: Tourists Flock to Witness Rare Phenomenon

Rare Snowfall in Southern Brazil Creates Unexpected Tourist Boom Brazil experienced an unprecedented event on May 29th, 2025, when snow fell for the first time in the year in the southern region of the country. The unexpected snowfall in São Joaquim, Santa Catarina, drew a large number of tourists, some traveling from as far as Manaus in the Amazon region. "We came all the way from Manaus to see the snow," said Ana Virgínia Gomes, a tourist interviewed in the video. "It's an incredible experience!" The accumulation of snow led to the temporary closure of several roads in the Serra Catarinense region, according to the video. The event transformed the landscape into a rare and beautiful scene, drawing attention from across the country and providing a memorable experience for those who braved the cold to witness it.