2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Rio de Janeiro in October

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

October is an excellent time to visit Rio de Janeiro. Rio de Janeiro has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 29°C, lows of 21°C, and approximately 16 rainy days per month.

Avg High

29°C

Avg Low

21°C

Rainy days

16days

Daylight

12.6h

Is October a good time to visit Rio de Janeiro?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

5:22 AM

Sunset

5:57 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 31°C 24°C 16 Wet
February 30°C 23°C 21 Wet
March 28°C 22°C 18 Excellent (best)
April 27°C 21°C 12 Excellent (best)
May 26°C 18°C 7 Excellent (best)
June 27°C 19°C 7 Good
July 27°C 18°C 7 Good
August 26°C 17°C 4 Good
September 28°C 20°C 7 Excellent (best)
October 29°C 21°C 16 Excellent (best)
November 27°C 21°C 20 Wet
December 29°C 23°C 17 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for October

Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.

Climate: Warm
Travel Context Great for outdoor dining and evening strolls.

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Common Questions

Is October a good time to visit Rio de Janeiro? +

October is typically Excellent for visiting Rio de Janeiro, with average highs of 29°C and around 16 rainy days.

What should I pack for Rio de Janeiro in October? +

With highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C in {month}, we recommend: Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.

Does it rain a lot in Rio de Janeiro in October? +

Rio de Janeiro typically sees around 16 rainy days in October.

How many hours of daylight are there in Rio de Janeiro in October? +

In October, Rio de Janeiro gets approximately 12.6 hours of daylight per day.

Is October peak season in Rio de Janeiro? +

Yes, October is peak season in Rio de Janeiro. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Rio de Janeiro? +

The best months to visit Rio de Janeiro are March, April, May, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: America/Sao_Paulo)

Last Updated: January 2026

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29° / 21°
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