Best time to visit Rio de Janeiro

Q: When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro?

The best time to visit Rio de Janeiro is April, May, June, July and August based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in Rio de Janeiro?

The hottest time of year in Rio de Janeiro is normally January. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 30°C with high heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Rio de Janeiro?

In terms of rainfall, December is usually the wettest month in Rio de Janeiro with 207mm on average. There are normally 21 days in December with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Rio de Janeiro?

The sunniest time of year in Rio de Janeiro is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 56% of daylight hours; that's 6 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in Rio de Janeiro?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Rio de Janeiro in February when the water temperature reaches 26°C.

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When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro?

The best time to visit Rio de Janeiro is April, May, June, July and August based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

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Hours of Sunshine (daily)

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Which is the hottest month in Rio de Janeiro?

The hottest time of year in Rio de Janeiro is normally January. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 30°C with high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Rio de Janeiro?

In terms of rainfall, December is usually the wettest month in Rio de Janeiro with 207mm on average. There are normally 21 days in December with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Rio de Janeiro?

The sunniest time of year in Rio de Janeiro is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 56% of daylight hours; that's 6 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Rio de Janeiro?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Rio de Janeiro in February when the water temperature reaches 26°C.