Climate of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Area-weighted average across Rio de Janeiro. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Rio de Janeiro, a subdivision of Brazil, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 18.1°C / 64.6°F in July to 24.4°C / 75.9°F in February, with rainfall from 30 mm / 1.2 in to 213 mm / 8.4 in depending on the season (1317 mm / 51.9 in total across the year). See the 4 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.2°C75.6°F | 200 mm7.9″ | Tropical |
| February | 24.4°C75.9°F | 165 mm6.5″ | Tropical |
| March | 23.8°C74.8°F | 157 mm6.2″ | Tropical |
| April | 22.1°C71.8°F | 97 mm3.8″ | Tropical |
| May | 20°C68°F | 58 mm2.3″ | — |
| June | 18.6°C65.5°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 18.1°C64.6°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 19°C66.2°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 20°C68°F | 58 mm2.3″ | — |
| October | 21.3°C70.3°F | 110 mm4.3″ | — |
| November | 22.2°C72°F | 157 mm6.2″ | Tropical |
| December | 23.2°C73.8°F | 213 mm8.4″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro?
The best months to visit Rio de Janeiro, Brazil for sunny, dry weather are June, July, August. The warmest month is February at an area-wide average of 24.4°C / 75.9°F, and the driest is July with about 30 mm / 1.2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 18.1°C / 64.6°F in July to 24.4°C / 75.9°F in February. Annual rainfall averages about 1317 mm / 51.9 in, with the wettest month being December (213 mm / 8.4 in) and the driest July (30 mm / 1.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Rio de Janeiro?
The hottest month in Rio de Janeiro is February, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.4°C / 75.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Rio de Janeiro?
The coldest month in Rio de Janeiro is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.1°C / 64.6°F.
When does it rain most in Rio de Janeiro?
The wettest month in Rio de Janeiro is December, averaging about 213 mm / 8.4 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 30 mm / 1.2 in.