Best Time to Visit Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro is best visited All year, when skies are clearer and temperatures are warm without being extreme.
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Average daily high and low temperatures (°C/°F). Bars show the daily range each month.
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| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun/day | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Best | 29.2°C | 23.4°C | 149.1mm | 10.4h | 14 | 9/10 |
| February Best | 28.9°C | 23.4°C | 157.8mm | 9.8h | 17 | 9/10 |
| March Best | 29.0°C | 23.0°C | 84.3mm | 11.0h | 8 | 10/10 |
| April Best | 26.3°C | 21.1°C | 109.2mm | 9.9h | 14 | 9/10 |
| May Best | 25.0°C | 19.2°C | 60.0mm | 9.6h | 8 | 10/10 |
| June Best | 24.7°C | 18.6°C | 42.3mm | 9.1h | 10 | 10/10 |
| July Best | 24.8°C | 18.0°C | 40.4mm | 9.2h | 6 | 10/10 |
| August Best | 25.0°C | 18.2°C | 73.9mm | 9.1h | 9 | 10/10 |
| September Best | 26.2°C | 19.6°C | 83.9mm | 9.8h | 8 | 10/10 |
| October Best | 26.3°C | 20.7°C | 102.4mm | 9.0h | 16 | 9/10 |
| November Best | 26.5°C | 20.8°C | 108.7mm | 10.2h | 15 | 9/10 |
| December Best | 28.0°C | 22.4°C | 161.3mm | 10.3h | 16 | 9/10 |
Rio de Janeiro Climate
Rio de Janeiro has a tropical climate — hot and humid year-round with a distinct wet season. Check the annual climate overview for Rio de Janeiro for the full year picture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best month to visit Rio de Janeiro?
The best month to visit Rio de Janeiro is January, when temperatures average 29.2°C and conditions score 9/10 for comfort.
What is the weather like in Rio de Janeiro in January?
Rio de Janeiro in January is hot — daytime temperatures average 29.2°C, dropping to 23.4°C at night. The month is fairly wet (14 rainy days on average), with roughly 10.4 hours of sunshine a day. It is one of the best months of the year to visit.
When is rainy season in Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro does not have a distinct rainy season — rainfall is spread relatively evenly through the year.
Is Rio de Janeiro good to visit in winter?
Yes — winter (June, July, August) averages 24.8°C highs with a 10/10 comfort rating, making it a solid time to visit.
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