Rio de Janeiro Weather Forecast
Rio de Janeiro weather: 72°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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Climate in Rio de Janeiro 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 | 87° | 75° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 88° | 76° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 85° | 74° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 83° | 72° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 81° | 69° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 78° | 66° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 76° | 65° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 78° | 65° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 82° | 68° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 80° | 69° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 82° | 71° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 85° | 73° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Rio de Janeiro
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, February and March - 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 - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Rio de Janeiro compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Rio de Janeiro.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sao Paulo Guarulhos International Airport | 213 mi | 68°F | 39°F cooler | 54 in |
| Sao Paulo | 224 mi | 69°F | 39°F cooler | 53 in |
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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 72°F (22°C) with overcast. Humidity is 73% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro?
April, May, June, July, August, September and November 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 1:07 PM.
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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 1:07 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
