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Rio de Janeiro

Brazil·🌊 Coastal

On the Atlantic coast of southeastern Brazil, The Cidade Maravilhosa fascinates with Christ the Redeemer on Corcovado, Sugarloaf Mountain, Copacabana, and Carnival — the world's biggest party. Samba, caipirinha, and the warm joie de vivre of the Cariocas are unforgettable.

What awaits you

BeachCity tripHikingMuseumsLocal cuisineNatureBy the sea

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Best time to visit

January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December: up to 30°C with 10h of sunshine per day.

In January–April, water temperatures reach a pleasant 28°C — perfect for swimming.

Mild year-round: even in winter 29°C.

Max. temperature
29°
Jan
30°
Feb
30°
Mar
27°
Apr
26°
May
26°
Jun
25°
Jul
26°
Aug
27°
Sep
27°
Oct
28°
Nov
29°
Dec
Water temperature
26°
Jan
28°
Feb
27°
Mar
25°
Apr
25°
May
24°
Jun
23°
Jul
23°
Aug
24°
Sep
24°
Oct
24°
Nov
25°
Dec
Sunshine hours
9h
Jan
10h
Feb
10h
Mar
10h
Apr
9h
May
9h
Jun
9h
Jul
9h
Aug
9h
Sep
9h
Oct
10h
Nov
10h
Dec
Rain days
18d
Jan
16d
Feb
10d
Mar
12d
Apr
8d
May
8d
Jun
6d
Jul
8d
Aug
8d
Sep
14d
Oct
13d
Nov
17d
Dec

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Rio de Janeiro as a Vacation Destination

Rio de Janeiro is an excellent choice for beach holidays, city breaks, hiking trips. Its coastal location offers direct access to the sea and plenty of water activities. The best time to visit is January, February, March with temperatures up to 30°C.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: museums and historic sites, excellent local cuisine, stunning natural landscapes. The best months for swimming are January, February, March, April with water temperatures up to 28°C.

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Local languages
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