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30-year normals (1991-2020)
Rio de Janeiro has a tropical monsoon climate, classified as Am in the Köppen system. The warmest month is January with an average high of 31°C, while the coldest month is July with lows dropping to 17°C. The annual temperature range of 14°C indicates a relatively stable climate year-round.
The driest month is July with only 7 rain days and 49mm of precipitation. For travellers, July through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 78% to 78% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Rio de Janeiro are June, July, August. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
31°C
January
Coldest Month
17°C
July
Driest Month
7 days
July
Annual Range
14°C
17° to 31°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 24°C | 20 | 10h | View |
| February | 31°C | 24°C | 17 | 10h | View |
| March | 30°C | 23°C | 21 | 10h | View |
| April | 28°C | 22°C | 14 | 10h | View |
| May | 26°C | 19°C | 11 | 9h | View |
| June | 25°C | 18°C | 7 | 9h | View |
| July | 25°C | 17°C | 7 | 8h | View |
| August | 26°C | 18°C | 8 | 9h | View |
| September | 27°C | 19°C | 11 | 9h | View |
| October | 28°C | 20°C | 14 | 9h | View |
| November | 28°C | 21°C | 19 | 9h | View |
| December | 30°C | 23°C | 20 | 10h | View |
January
20 rain days, 10h sun
February
17 rain days, 10h sun
March
21 rain days, 10h sun
April
14 rain days, 10h sun
May
11 rain days, 9h sun
June
7 rain days, 9h sun
July
7 rain days, 8h sun
August
8 rain days, 9h sun
September
11 rain days, 9h sun
October
14 rain days, 9h sun
November
19 rain days, 9h sun
December
20 rain days, 10h sun
Rio de Janeiro in January
Data Sources for Rio de Janeiro
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.