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Geography of Christ the Redeemer

Geography of Christ the Redeemer: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.

☁️ 61°F now🕔 1:23 PM local📅 Best: April, May, June, July, August, September and November

Geography of Christ the Redeemer

Latitude-22.9519
Longitude-43.2105
HemisphereSouthern

Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes is 0 mi to the north, Copacabana Beach is 2 mi to the south-east, Ipanema Beach is 2 mi to the south and Sugarloaf Mountain is 4 mi to the east.

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Coordinates: 22°57′6.8″S 43°12′37.8″W (-22.9519, -43.2105)

Quick facts about Christ the Redeemer

TypeAttraction
CityRio de Janeiro
CountryBrazil
ContinentSouth America
Coordinates22°57′6.8″S 43°12′37.8″W (-22.9519, -43.2105)
Known forthe statue on Corcovado
Local time1:23 PM (UTC-03:00)
Best monthsApril, May, June, July, August, September and November
ClimateTemperate

Summary

Christ the Redeemer is a tourist attraction in Rio de Janeiro. Christ the Redeemer is a landmark known for the statue on Corcovado.

Right now it is 61°F (16°C) in Christ the Redeemer with overcast. It feels like 58°F. Today runs from 61°F to 66°F. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.4/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Christ the Redeemer is April, May, June, July, August, September and November. 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 Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes, Copacabana Beach, Ipanema Beach and Sugarloaf Mountain.

In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 66°F is 5.9°F below the 72°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Christ the Redeemer today at 9/10. 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.

Climate in Christ the Redeemer month by month

Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecLine: average high · Bars: rainfall
MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRating
January80°68°5,2 in★★★★
February82°70°3,7 in★★★★
March78°68°5,2 in★★★★
April76°65°2,2 in★★★★
May74°63°1,7 in★★★★
June72°60°1,9 in★★★★
July69°58°1,7 in★★★★
August72°59°2,1 in★★★★
September75°62°1,1 in★★★★
October74°62°3,4 in★★★★
November76°64°3,2 in★★★★
December79°67°4,3 in★★★★

Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Christ the Redeemer?

Christ the Redeemer is a tourist attraction in Rio de Janeiro. Its coordinates are -22.9519, -43.2105. It lies in South America.

What is the weather like in Christ the Redeemer right now?

It is currently 61°F (16°C) with overcast. Humidity is 83% and wind is 10 mph.

When is the best time to visit Christ the Redeemer?

April, May, June, July, August, September and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Christ the Redeemer, which has a temperate climate. January, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Christ the Redeemer in?

Christ the Redeemer observes America/Sao_Paulo (UTC-03:00). The local time is 1:23 PM.

What is the nearest airport to Christ the Redeemer?

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 Christ the Redeemer?

Popular options include Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes, Copacabana Beach, Ipanema Beach and Sugarloaf Mountain.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 August 22, 2026 at 1:23 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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