Geography of Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes
Geography of Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes
Christ the Redeemer 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 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 | 11:55 PM (UTC-03:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June, July, August, September and November |
| Climate | Temperate |
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 61°F (16°C) in Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes with light drizzle. It feels like 62°F. Today runs from 59°F to 63°F. Chance of precipitation is 93%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes 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 Christ the Redeemer, Copacabana Beach, Ipanema Beach and Sugarloaf Mountain.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 63°F is 8.8°F below the 72°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 Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes 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 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 | 72° | 59° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 75° | 62° | 1,1 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).
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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 61°F (16°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 89% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes?
April, May, June, July, August, September and November 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 11:55 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| 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 11:55 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
