Best Time to Visit Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes
Best time to visit Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes: February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes
Go in February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, March and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80° | 68° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 82° | 70° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 78° | 68° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 76° | 65° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 74° | 63° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 72° | 60° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 69° | 58° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 71° | 59° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 74° | 61° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 74° | 62° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 76° | 64° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 79° | 67° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ the Redeemer | 0 mi | 69°F | about the same | 37 in |
| Copacabana Beach | 2 mi | 75°F | +38°F warmer | 37 in |
| Ipanema Beach | 2 mi | 75°F | +38°F warmer | 37 in |
| Sugarloaf Mountain | 4 mi | 72°F | +35°F warmer | 37 in |
| Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport | 10 mi | 76°F | +39°F warmer | 42 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, March and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Rio de Janeiro. Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for mountains meeting the sea.
Right now it is 64°F (18°C) in Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes with overcast. It feels like 64°F. Today runs from 61°F to 69°F. Chance of precipitation is 94%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.1/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes is February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. The climate is temperate. January, March and December tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 82°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 58°F.
The closest major airport is Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), about 10 mi away. Nearby highlights include Christ the Redeemer, Copacabana Beach, Ipanema Beach and Sugarloaf Mountain.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 69°F is 5°F below the 74°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes today at 9.4/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:48 AM, Oct 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌥️ 78° / 63°
Fog · 20% rain · wind 8 mph
⛈️ 78° / 66°
Violent showers · 92% rain · wind 13 mph
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Quick facts about Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes
| Type | UNESCO World Heritage Site |
|---|---|
| City | Rio de Janeiro |
| Country | Brazil |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 22°57′6.8″S 43°12′37.8″W (-22.9519, -43.2105) |
| UNESCO inscription | 2012 |
| Known for | mountains meeting the sea |
| Local time | 4:48 AM (UTC-03:00) |
| Best months | February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes?
Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Rio de Janeiro. Its coordinates are -22.9519, -43.2105. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes right now?
It is currently 64°F (18°C) with overcast. Humidity is 87% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes?
February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes, which has a temperate climate. January, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes in?
Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes observes America/Sao_Paulo (UTC-03:00). The local time is 4:48 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes?
The closest airports are Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), 10 mi away and Sao Paulo Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), 210 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes?
Popular options include Christ the Redeemer, Copacabana Beach, Ipanema Beach and Sugarloaf Mountain.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (unesco-sites) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 23, 2026 at 4:48 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
