Monthly climate guide
Rio de Janeiro weather in February
With highs near 29°C (84°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F), February feels hot in Rio de Janeiro. Rainfall averages about 180 mm (very wet) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are about the same as January and about the same as March.
What stands out in February
- This is rainy-season territory in Rio de Janeiro: short, heavy downpours are typical.
- Humidity near 82% makes 29°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- Rain is above Rio de Janeiro's usual level, by about 37%.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 5°C).
February is typically Rio de Janeiro's warmest month.
Avg high
29°C
84°F
Avg low
24°C
75°F
Rainfall
180 mm
very wet
Humidity
82%
relative
Sky
62%
cloud · often cloudy
Rio de Janeiro weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C / 84°F | 24°C / 75°F | 215 mm | 82% | 65% |
| February | 29°C / 84°F | 24°C / 75°F | 180 mm | 82% | 62% |
| March | 28°C / 82°F | 23°C / 74°F | 197 mm | 83% | 71% |
| April | 27°C / 80°F | 22°C / 72°F | 106 mm | 82% | 57% |
| May | 25°C / 77°F | 20°C / 68°F | 73 mm | 81% | 58% |
| June | 25°C / 76°F | 19°C / 67°F | 56 mm | 81% | 53% |
| July | 24°C / 76°F | 18°C / 65°F | 30 mm | 78% | 45% |
| August | 25°C / 77°F | 18°C / 65°F | 47 mm | 77% | 46% |
| September | 26°C / 79°F | 19°C / 67°F | 73 mm | 77% | 53% |
| October | 27°C / 80°F | 21°C / 69°F | 99 mm | 79% | 69% |
| November | 26°C / 79°F | 21°C / 70°F | 261 mm | 83% | 78% |
| December | 28°C / 82°F | 23°C / 73°F | 235 mm | 83% | 71% |
What to pack for February
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is February a good time to visit Rio de Janeiro?
Our Rio de Janeiro guide recommends: April to June or September to October, avoiding the peak heat and crowds of the December–February summer.
Stick to well-touristed areas and take standard city precautions with valuables — like any major city, it pays to be aware of your surroundings.
Best time to visit Rio de Janeiro →Other Brazil cities in February
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Rio de Janeiro in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Rio de Janeiro?
February is one of the wetter months in Rio de Janeiro, with about 180 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Rio de Janeiro in February?
Average highs are about 29°C (84°F) and average lows about 24°C (75°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Rio de Janeiro in February?
Rio de Janeiro typically gets around 180 mm of rain in February — very wet.
When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro?
April to June or September to October, avoiding the peak heat and crowds of the December–February summer.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Rio de Janeiro (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.