Copacabana Beach Travel Guide
Copacabana Beach travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Copacabana Beach is a beach in Rio de Janeiro. Copacabana Beach is a beach known for four kilometres of Atlantic shoreline.
The best time to visit Copacabana Beach 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 64°F.
The closest major airport is Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), about 12 mi away. Nearby highlights include Ipanema Beach, Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes, Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Copacabana Beach
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Coordinates: 22°58′16″S 43°10′55.9″W (-22.9711, -43.1822)
Quick facts about Copacabana Beach
| Type | Beach |
|---|---|
| City | Rio de Janeiro |
| Country | Brazil |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 22°58′16″S 43°10′55.9″W (-22.9711, -43.1822) |
| Known for | four kilometres of Atlantic shoreline |
| Best months | February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Copacabana Beach
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Copacabana Beach.
Best time to visit Copacabana Beach
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.
Airports near Copacabana Beach
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport | GIG | 12 mi | Rio de Janeiro |
| Sao Paulo Guarulhos International Airport | GRU | 211 mi | Sao Paulo |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Copacabana Beach?
Copacabana Beach is a beach in Rio de Janeiro. Its coordinates are -22.9711, -43.1822. It lies in South America.
When is the best time to visit Copacabana Beach?
February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Copacabana Beach, which has a temperate climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What is the nearest airport to Copacabana Beach?
The closest airports are Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), 12 mi away and Sao Paulo Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), 211 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Copacabana Beach?
Popular options include Ipanema 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 October 29, 2026 UTC. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
