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Rio de Janeiro weather in August

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Rio de Janeiro August weather at a glance

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In August, Rio de Janeiro averages 21.1°C, with typical highs of 25.1°C and lows of 17.9°C. The historical average is 6 wet days and 76% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in August, it is 6.1°C cooler than Seoul, with 10 fewer wet days.

Rio de Janeiro August temperature & humidity

Average21.1°CHigh 25.1° / low 17.9°
Humidity76%
Wet days6 days19% of days
Day–night range7.2°

Rio de Janeiro August rain & wet days

Wet days6 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days19%Not a forecast probability

Pack a compact umbrella. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Rio de Janeiro in August

Choose breathable summer clothes and pack sun protection.

  • DaytimeBreathable short sleeves, hat and sunscreen · average high 25.1°C
  • Morning & eveningLong sleeves with a jacket or cardigan · average low 17.9°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
Breathable T-shirtsHat and sunglasses
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Rio de Janeiro August sunrise & sunset times

2026 August · Local time (America/Sao_Paulo)

Sunrise on the 15th06:18
Sunset on the 15th17:37
Daylight duration11h 19m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-08-0106:2717:3211h 5m
2026-08-1506:1817:3711h 19m
2026-08-3106:0417:4211h 38m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

Calculated for the city coordinates with daylight saving applied. SunCalc · tz-lookup

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Best months to visit Rio de Janeiro

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August weather by year

August 202421.6°5 wet days, 73% humidity
August 202520.5°7 wet days, 80% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

123°16°
224°16°
326°16°
427°18°
522°19°
622°18°1.4mm
724°17°
829°18°
920°18°5.7mm
1020°17°1.4mm
1120°16°1.2mm
1220°16°
1323°16°
1422°17°
1521°17°2.6mm
1622°18°
1724°17°
1823°17°
1926°18°
2028°17°
2128°19°
2228°19°
2331°20°
2424°20°
2526°21°
2623°21°1.8mm
2725°19°
2825°19°
2924°19°
3023°19°3.5mm
3124°18°

Frequently asked questions

What is Rio de Janeiro weather like in August?

In August, Rio de Janeiro averages 21.1°C, with typical highs of 25.1°C and lows of 17.9°C. The historical average is 6 wet days and 76% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is excellent.

Does it rain a lot in Rio de Janeiro in August?

There are about 6 wet days in August. A compact umbrella is still useful.

What should I wear in Rio de Janeiro in August?

Choose breathable summer clothes and pack sun protection.

What are the best months to visit Rio de Janeiro?

Recent weather data rates April, May, June, July among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Rio de Janeiro weather in August in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Rio de Janeiro in August?

On 2026-08-15, calculated sunrise is 06:18 and sunset is 17:37 in local time (America/Sao_Paulo). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations