Travel Planning
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Best Time to Visit Rio de Janeiro

Month-by-month comfort scores, seasonal highlights, and expert travel timing for Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

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Best Months to Visit

Rank Month Avg Temp Precip Comfort
#1 May 22.1°C 63mm 100
#2 September 22.5°C 74mm 99
#3 June 21.3°C 47mm 99
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12-Month Comfort Guide

Jan 76 Feb 73 Mar 80 Apr 96 May 100 Jun 99 Jul 98 Aug 98 Sep 99 Oct 97 Nov 81 Dec 84
Best Shoulder Avoid
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Seasonal Overview

Spring
23.3°C · 102mm/mo

Spring is warm and wet.

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Summer
26.5°C · 146mm/mo

Summer is warm and wet.

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Autumn
24.1°C · 101mm/mo

Autumn is warm and wet.

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Winter
21.1°C · 51mm/mo

Winter is warm and relatively dry.

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Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the best month to visit Rio de Janeiro?
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By comfort score, May is the best month to visit Rio de Janeiro (score: 100). Expect average temperatures of 22.1°C and 63mm of precipitation.

02 When does it rain most in Rio de Janeiro?
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February sees the heaviest rainfall in Rio de Janeiro (160mm). Pack a compact umbrella and waterproof footwear if you visit then.

03 What is Rio de Janeiro like in summer?
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Summer in Rio de Janeiro averages 26.5°C with 146mm of rain per month. Conditions are warm and pleasant.

04 What is Rio de Janeiro like in winter?
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Winter averages 21.1°C with 51mm per month. Conditions remain mild and comfortable.

05 What should I pack for Rio de Janeiro?
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Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are the main essentials.

06 What is the peak tourist season in Rio de Janeiro?
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Peak season falls in May, September, June. For fewer crowds, consider visiting in August, July, October.

Sources
Open-Meteo
Updated
2026-01-01