Best Time to Visit Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Rio de Janeiro is at its sunniest and driest in July–August.
The best time to visit Rio de Janeiro for sunny, dry weather is July–August — 2 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through May–November; the wetter half falls in December–April. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 21°C / 69.8°F in July to 26.8°C / 80.2°F in February, with rainfall from 46 mm / 1.8 in (August) to 162 mm / 6.4 in (March). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Rio de Janeiro's climate is broadly consistently warm. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| July | 21°C69.8°F | 49 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 21.6°C70.9°F | 46 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro?
The best time to visit Rio de Janeiro for sunny, dry weather is July, August. At the city itself, the warmest month is February averaging 26.8°C / 80.2°F, and the driest is August with about 46 mm / 1.8 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Rio de Janeiro's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Rio de Janeiro?
The rainy season at Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro runs through December–April, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 97 mm / 3.8 in. The wettest single month is March (162 mm / 6.4 in).
What is the driest month in Rio de Janeiro?
The driest month in Rio de Janeiro is August, averaging about 46 mm / 1.8 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 21.6°C / 70.9°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Rio de Janeiro?
The least comfortable months for travel to Rio de Janeiro — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, June, July, August, September. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 162 mm / 6.4 in in March, and the coldest month averages 21°C / 69.8°F.
Is Rio de Janeiro climate different from Brazil overall?
Yes, usually. Our Rio de Janeiro figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Brazil figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Rio de Janeiro specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.