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Quick facts about Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport
| Type | Airport |
|---|---|
| City | Rio de Janeiro |
| Country | Brazil |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 22°48′32.4″S 43°15′2.2″W (-22.809, -43.2506) |
| IATA code | GIG |
| Local time | 10:41 PM (UTC-03:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport is an airport in Rio de Janeiro. Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 68°F (20°C) in Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport with overcast. It feels like 73°F. Today runs from 65°F to 70°F. Chance of precipitation is 94%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.6/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport is April, May, June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 92°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 62°F.
The closest major airport is Sao Paulo Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), about 209 mi away. Nearby highlights include Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes, Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 70°F is 11.2°F below the 82°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport today at 9.9/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
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Coordinates: 22°48′32.4″S 43°15′2.2″W (-22.809, -43.2506)
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Where is Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport?
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport is an airport in Rio de Janeiro. Its coordinates are -22.809, -43.2506. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport right now?
It is currently 68°F (20°C) with overcast. Humidity is 93% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport?
April, May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport, which has a temperate climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport in?
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport observes America/Sao_Paulo (UTC-03:00). The local time is 10:41 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport?
The closest airports are Sao Paulo Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), 209 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport?
Popular options include Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes, Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Copacabana Beach and Ipanema Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| 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 25, 2026 at 10:41 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
