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Things to Do in Rio de Janeiro

Top things to do in Rio de Janeiro: attractions, parks, viewpoints and day trips, with maps and live weather.

☁️ 69°F now🕔 12:20 AM local📅 Best: February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December👥 6.7 million

Things to do in Rio de Janeiro

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Rio de Janeiro.

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Map of Rio de Janeiro

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Coordinates: 22°54′24.5″S 43°10′22.4″W (-22.9068, -43.1729)

Weather in Rio de Janeiro right now

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69°F
Overcast · feels like 74°F
Humidity89%
Wind3 mph NE
Gusts9 mph
UV index0 · Low
Cloud cover97%
Pressure1017 hPa
VisibilityExcellent · 18 mi
Air quality61 · Moderate
Sunrise5:10 AM
Sunset6:03 PM
Moon🌖 Waning gibbous · 89%

Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:20 AM, Oct 29 local time.

Best time to visit Rio de Janeiro

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, February and March - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.

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Summary

Rio de Janeiro is a city in Brazil. Rio de Janeiro is known for Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana. It has a population of about 6.7 million.

Right now it is 69°F (21°C) in Rio de Janeiro with overcast. It feels like 74°F. Today runs from 67°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Rio de Janeiro is February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. 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 65°F.

The closest major airport is Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), about 8 mi away. Nearby highlights include Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes and Copacabana Beach.

In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 78°F is in line with the 80°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Rio de Janeiro today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Rio de Janeiro?

Rio de Janeiro is a city in Brazil. Its coordinates are -22.9068, -43.1729. It lies in South America.

What is the weather like in Rio de Janeiro right now?

It is currently 69°F (21°C) with overcast. Humidity is 89% and wind is 3 mph.

When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro?

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

What time zone is Rio de Janeiro in?

Rio de Janeiro observes America/Sao_Paulo (UTC-03:00). The local time is 12:20 AM.

How many people live in Rio de Janeiro?

Rio de Janeiro has a population of approximately 6.7 million.

What is the nearest airport to Rio de Janeiro?

The closest airports are Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), 8 mi away and Sao Paulo Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), 213 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Rio de Janeiro?

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

What places are in Rio de Janeiro?

Rio de Janeiro covers 6 places in this atlas, including Christ the Redeemer, Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport, Sugarloaf Mountain, Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes, Copacabana Beach and Ipanema Beach.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - 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 October 29, 2026 at 12:20 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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