Rio de Janeiro Geography and Climate

Rio de Janeiro boasts a pleasant, tropical climate year-round thanks to its location on the Tropic of Cancer. Averaging on pleasing temperatures ranging from 20°C (68°F) to 26°C (79°F), the tropical monsoon climate of Rio de Janeiro occasionally experiences extremely warm temperatures 40°C (104°F) during the summer season (December to March), while the lowest temperature ever recorded was 10°C (50°F) and has never dropped below that.

Summers in this city also feature rain showers that may last an afternoon or a week, but that is to be expected of a rainforest city. Winter months are still warm, but possibly a bit too chilly to head to Rio de Janeiro’s famous beaches. Ironically, winter in Rio de Janeiro receives the least amount of rainfall, with a typical winter day usually being sunny and enjoyable. Still, whether it is winter or summer, temperatures near the main beachside tourist regions are moderated by the chilly sea-breezes coming in from the Atlantic Ocean and therefore always remain a bit cooler and comfortable no matter the season. The best time of year to travel to Rio de Janeiro is from February to June or September to December, as the sun is nowhere near as harsh as it is during the summer peak.

Average Weather Conditions for Rio de Janeiro from the BBC (Temperature in Degrees Centigrade)

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RIO DE JANEIRO STATS

Urban Population: 182,798,000
Elevation: 746.5 m (2,449 ft)
Area: 54 km2 (20.8 sq mi)
Religion: Roman Catholic 70%; Indian faiths