Worst time to visit Rio de Janeiro
Some months in Rio de Janeiro are clearly tougher for travel — extreme heat, cold, drenching rain, or peak storm season. Here's what to skip.
Months to avoid
| Month | Why |
|---|---|
| December | very wet (14 rain days) |
Better times to go
Better months: April (28°C, 11 rain days) · May (26°C, 9 rain days) · June (25°C, 7 rain days) · July (25°C, 7 rain days) · August (26°C, 8 rain days) · September (26°C, 11 rain days)
Monthly averages, 10-day forecast, and the best months to visit.