Weather radar Rio de Janeiro
Real-time precipitation radar · Rio de Janeiro · Brazil
Rio de Janeiro climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Rio de Janeiro shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 31.9° | 32.4° | 32.2° | 29.1° | 27.9° | 27° | 26.3° | 27.3° | 29° | 28.4° | 29.2° | 30.8° |
| Avg low (°C) | 23.8° | 23.8° | 23.3° | 21.1° | 19° | 17.3° | 16.5° | 17.3° | 19.4° | 20.9° | 21° | 22.8° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 251 | 212 | 135 | 126 | 44 | 33 | 32 | 60 | 54 | 165 | 156 | 230 |
| Rainy days | 20 | 18 | 16 | 14 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 9 | 9 | 19 | 16 | 21 |
| Sunshine hours | 293 | 288 | 310 | 275 | 278 | 260 | 275 | 267 | 274 | 239 | 281 | 301 |
| Humidity | 79% | 79% | 78% | 82% | 81% | 80% | 79% | 77% | 75% | 80% | 78% | 79% |
Best time to visit Rio de Janeiro
The best time to visit Rio de Janeiro is typically July. In this month the average high is 26.3°C, precipitation is 32 mm and sunshine duration is 275 hours. The annual average high is 29.3°C, total annual precipitation is 1498 mm (165 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 3341 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Rio de Janeiro
How up to date is the weather radar for Rio de Janeiro?
The weather radar for Rio de Janeiro is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Rio de Janeiro?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Rio de Janeiro: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Rio de Janeiro?
The thunderstorm potential for Rio de Janeiro is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Rio de Janeiro.
What is the climate like in Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro has an annual average high of 29.3°C. The warmest month is February (avg high 32.4°C), the coldest July (avg low 16.5°C). The wettest month is January with 251 mm, the driest July with 32 mm. Total annual precipitation is 1498 mm (165 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 3341 hours.
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