BrazilThe climate of Rio de Janeiro
The current climate in Rio de Janeiro features temperatures ranging from a high of 33°C to a low of 27°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 30°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 17°C and in the warmer months around 24°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Rio de Janeiro in recent years was 40°C in April 2015. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 17°C in August 2014.
Rainfall amount
On average, Rio de Janeiro receives 644 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
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Best time to visit Rio de Janeiro?
The best time to visit Rio de Janeiro for sunny weather is January through December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Rio de Janeiro.
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Climate Table of Rio de Janeiro
The climate table of Rio de Janeiro shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 33 | 32 | 31 | 29 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 31 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 25 | 24 | 24 | 22 | 20 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 84 | 107 | 86 | 56 | 26 | 24 | 5,6 | 28 | 32 | 47 | 70 | 78 |
| UV Index | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Rio de Janeiro
Yearly Temperature in Rio de Janeiro
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Rio de Janeiro
Total Yearly Precipitation in Rio de Janeiro
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Rio de Janeiro
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Average weather in Rio de Janeiro by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Rio de Janeiro. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.