Sugarloaf Mountain Travel Guide
Sugarloaf Mountain travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Sugarloaf Mountain is a tourist attraction in Rio de Janeiro. Sugarloaf Mountain is a landmark known for cable cars over Guanabara Bay.
Right now it is 64°F (18°C) in Sugarloaf Mountain with overcast. It feels like 65°F. Today runs from 63°F to 68°F. Chance of precipitation is 98%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Sugarloaf Mountain 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 85°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 61°F.
The closest major airport is Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), about 11 mi away. Nearby highlights include Copacabana Beach, Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes, Christ the Redeemer and Ipanema Beach.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 68°F is 6.3°F below the 75°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 Sugarloaf Mountain today at 9.6/10. 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.
Map of Sugarloaf Mountain
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Coordinates: 22°56′57.1″S 43°9′16.2″W (-22.9492, -43.1545)
Weather in Sugarloaf Mountain right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 3:34 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 68° / 63°
Drizzle · 98% rain · wind 9 mph
🌦️ 69° / 62°
Light drizzle · 51% rain · wind 9 mph
Quick facts about Sugarloaf Mountain
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| City | Rio de Janeiro |
| Country | Brazil |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 22°56′57.1″S 43°9′16.2″W (-22.9492, -43.1545) |
| Known for | cable cars over Guanabara Bay |
| Local time | 3:34 AM (UTC-03:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June, July, August, September and November |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Sugarloaf Mountain
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Sugarloaf Mountain.
Best time to visit Sugarloaf Mountain
Go in April, May, June, July, August, September and November. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, March and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, March and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Sugarloaf Mountain
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport | GIG | 11 mi | Rio de Janeiro |
| Sao Paulo Guarulhos International Airport | GRU | 213 mi | Sao Paulo |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Sugarloaf Mountain?
Sugarloaf Mountain is a tourist attraction in Rio de Janeiro. Its coordinates are -22.9492, -43.1545. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Sugarloaf Mountain right now?
It is currently 64°F (18°C) with overcast. Humidity is 78% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Sugarloaf Mountain?
April, May, June, July, August, September and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Sugarloaf Mountain, which has a temperate climate. January, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Sugarloaf Mountain in?
Sugarloaf Mountain observes America/Sao_Paulo (UTC-03:00). The local time is 3:34 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Sugarloaf Mountain?
The closest airports are Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), 11 mi away and Sao Paulo Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), 213 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Sugarloaf Mountain?
Popular options include Copacabana Beach, Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Landscapes, Christ the Redeemer and Ipanema Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - 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 23, 2026 at 3:34 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
