Average weather in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

The high season in Rio is summer (December to March), but this season is also the most crowded and most expensive period. Off-season (May-October) is also a good option, if you are looking for low hotel prices and don’t mind to face the risk of having some days with low temperatures. Rio’s winter temperatures stay around the 20 degrees Celsius (70 degrees Fahrenheit), dipping occasionally below the 15 degrees Celsius (60ºFahrenehit).

Rainy days can be disturbing in a visit to Rio, but they are very unpredictable. They sometimes happen in high season to.

What's the best time to travel to Rio de Janeiro in Brazil? Here are some facts:

  • On average, the temperatures are always high.
  • Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in January, February, March and April.
  • On average, the warmest month is February.
  • On average, the coolest month is August.
  • April is the wettest month.
  • December is the driest month.
For more specific information please take a look at the graphs shown below.

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Average minimum and maximum temperature over the year

The monthly mean minimum and maximum daily temperature. Show temperatures in Celcius »

Average min and max temperatures in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil   Copyright © 2009 www.weather-and-climate.com

Average monthly precipitation over the year (rainfall, snow)

This is the mean monthly precipitation, including rain, snow, hail etc.

Average precipitation (rain/snow) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil   Copyright © 2009 www.weather-and-climate.com

Average monthly hours of sunshine over the year

This is the monthly total of sunhours

Average monthly sunhours in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil   Copyright © 2009 www.weather-and-climate.com

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