When to go to Rio de Janeiro

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December - March

Christmastime in Rio is the summer season; you can expect very high temperatures and tropical rainstorms. In the build up to February’s carnival, the world’s biggest party, the streets are wonderfully lively and there is much excitement in the air. At this time bars will be buzzing and the beaches packed with people enjoying the heat.

30°C Average max daytime temperature

21°C Average min nighttime temperature

19 days per season rainfall

High humidity

Carnival Rio de Janeiro

April - May

This is Autumn in Rio, when you’ll find the weather is cooler yet often still quite sunny. This is an ideal time for visitors who wish to avoid crowds. As the weather can be wholly unpredictable in Rio, several days of on-stop rain is always a possibility, so be sure to head out to the beach when the sun is shining.

27°C Average max daytime temperature

19°C Average min nighttime temperature

13 days per season rainfall

Low humidity

June - August

Temperatures at this time tend to stay around 25°C. This agreeable climate is occasionally interrupted by cold spells which last a few days and bring rain, cloud and cooler temperatures.

25°C Average max daytime temperature

16°C Average min nighttime temperature

9 days per season rainfall

Low humidity

Gondola up over Rio De Janeiro

September - November

September – October temperatures still hover around 25°C, but by November Rio de Janeiro is reaching summer, with temperatures in the high 20°Cs and sudden tropical rainstorms.

27°C Average max daytime temperature

18°C Average min nighttime temperature

16 days per season rainfall

Moderate humidity

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