Rio de Janeiro weather for today, tomorrow and the next 14 days, compared across three independent forecast sources so you can see where they agree before you plan your day. Right now it is 24°C and cloudy in Rio de Janeiro. Tomorrow's forecast: highs of 26°C, lows of 22°C with a 100% chance of rain.
Sources: Open-Meteo, OpenWeather, WeatherAPI · Updated every 12 hours
Rio de JaneiroBrazil
Updated 01:54 AM
Cloudy
Feels like 25°
Forecast Comparison
See how independent weather sources forecast the same location right now.
Forecast agreement
Sources show notable variationTemperature range
22° – 24°
Rain probability
0% – 77%
Wind speed
6 km/h – 17 km/h
Temperature by provider
Hourly forecast
16-day forecast
Rain forecast
Precipitation probability: 100%Hourly precipitation timeline
Wind
Direction: N
Current wind
17 km/h
Gusts
22 km/h
Hourly wind
Daily wind
Weather alerts
No active weather alerts.
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Visiting Rio de Janeiro
A dramatic coastal city set between mountains and ocean, known for its beaches, Carnival, and the Christ the Redeemer statue overlooking it all. Its setting is often cited as one of the most scenic of any major city in the world.
Best time to visit: April to June or September to October, avoiding the peak heat and crowds of the December–February summer.
Landmarks & highlights
- Christ the Redeemer
The Art Deco statue atop Corcovado mountain, one of the most recognisable monuments in the world.
- Sugarloaf Mountain
A granite peak reachable by cable car, with panoramic views over the bay.
- Copacabana Beach
One of Rio's most famous beaches, lined with a long promenade.
- Ipanema Beach
A more upscale, laid-back beach neighbourhood next to Copacabana, known for its sunset views.
Local tip: Stick to well-touristed areas and take standard city precautions with valuables — like any major city, it pays to be aware of your surroundings.
Getting around: Rio's metro covers key routes reliably, but many visitors combine it with rideshares or organised transport for reaching Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf.
Good to know: Carnival timing shifts every year with the Christian calendar — check the exact dates well ahead if that's the reason for your trip, as accommodation books up fast.
Read the full Rio de Janeiro best-time-to-visit guide →
Rio de Janeiro this time of year
- Humidity near 79% makes 27°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- Just 40 km apart, but Rio de Janeiro runs about 4°C cooler than Petrópolis this month.
- Check the hourly forecast before heading to Christ the Redeemer — showers are likely.
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Rio de Janeiro weather overview: climate, seasons and what to expect
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, sits at approximately 22.91°S, 43.17°W and is home to about 6,748,000 people. This page compares forecasts from three independent weather providers — Open-Meteo, OpenWeather and WeatherAPI — so you can see at a glance where they agree and where they differ. The data refreshes every 12 hours via ISR.
Rio de Janeiro has a tropical savanna climate: warm all year, with a clear dry season and a rainy season. The warmest month is February, with highs around 29°C; the coolest is August, when nights average 18°C. November is usually the wettest month (about 261 mm). Close to Rio de Janeiro, you can also check Nova Iguaçu (33 km), Petrópolis (45 km) and Cabo Frio (117 km).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the weather in Rio de Janeiro today?
- Right now Rio de Janeiro shows cloudy conditions at around 24°C (feels like 25°C), based on OpenWeatherMap. The chance of rain today is about 0%. Compare this with the other sources above for a fuller picture.
- What is the weather in Rio de Janeiro tomorrow?
- Tomorrow in Rio de Janeiro: expect a high of 26°C and a low of 22°C, with a 100% chance of rain. See the hourly breakdown above for more detail.
- Will it rain in Rio de Janeiro today?
- The precipitation probability for Rio de Janeiro is around 0% according to OpenWeatherMap. Check the Rain forecast section for the hour-by-hour breakdown and compare with other sources.
- What is the 14-day forecast for Rio de Janeiro?
- The 14-day forecast above shows daily highs, lows and rain probability for Rio de Janeiro from multiple sources; compare them to see how confident the outlook is.
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