Geography of Ipanema Beach
Geography of Ipanema Beach: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Ipanema Beach
Copacabana Beach is 2 mi to the north-east, Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes is 2 mi to the north, Christ the Redeemer is 2 mi to the north and Sugarloaf Mountain is 4 mi to the north-east.
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Coordinates: 22°59′12.5″S 43°12′23.4″W (-22.9868, -43.2065)
Quick facts about Ipanema Beach
| Type | Beach |
|---|---|
| City | Rio de Janeiro |
| Country | Brazil |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 22°59′12.5″S 43°12′23.4″W (-22.9868, -43.2065) |
| Known for | sunset applause at Arpoador |
| Local time | 3:56 PM (UTC-03:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June, July, August, September and November |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Ipanema Beach is a beach in Rio de Janeiro. Ipanema Beach is a beach known for sunset applause at Arpoador.
Right now it is 67°F (20°C) in Ipanema Beach with light drizzle. It feels like 70°F. Today runs from 65°F to 69°F. Chance of precipitation is 93%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Ipanema Beach is April, May, June, July, August, September and November. The climate is temperate. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 88°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 64°F.
The closest major airport is Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), about 13 mi away. Nearby highlights include Copacabana Beach, Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes, Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 69°F is 8.8°F below the 78°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Ipanema Beach today at 9.5/10. 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 Ipanema Beach 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 | 86° | 74° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 88° | 76° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 84° | 74° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 82° | 71° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 80° | 69° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 78° | 66° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 75° | 64° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 78° | 65° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 81° | 67° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 80° | 68° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 82° | 70° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 85° | 73° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Ipanema Beach?
Ipanema Beach is a beach in Rio de Janeiro. Its coordinates are -22.9868, -43.2065. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Ipanema Beach right now?
It is currently 67°F (20°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 89% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Ipanema Beach?
April, May, June, July, August, September and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Ipanema Beach, which has a temperate climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Ipanema Beach in?
Ipanema Beach observes America/Sao_Paulo (UTC-03:00). The local time is 3:56 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Ipanema Beach?
The closest airports are Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), 13 mi away and Sao Paulo Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), 210 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Ipanema Beach?
Popular options include Copacabana Beach, Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes, Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (beaches) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 August 24, 2026 at 3:56 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
