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Rio De Janeiro in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Rio De Janeiro in April and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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April

Weather in Rio De Janeiro in April 2025

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Warm water
Rio De Janeiro in April usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +28°C and roughly 7 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 16 rainy days with an average precipitation of 105 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+28°C
Avg. max. temperature
+15°C
Min.
+37°C
Max.
105 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Rio De Janeiro has OK weather in April.

Average temperature in Rio De Janeiro in April

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Rio De Janeiro for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in April is +28°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +33°C during the day and a minimum of +19°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 21% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +31°C to +28°C.

Is Rio De Janeiro warm or cold in April?

Rio De Janeiro is typically warm in April.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +30°C to +28°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +23°C to +22°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Rio De Janeiro:

Water temperature in Rio De Janeiro in April

Water in Rio De Janeiro in April is Warm. It varies from +24°C to +27°C, with an average of +26°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +28°C.

The water temperature in April is one of the warmest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Rio De Janeiro are reached in March, when the average sea temperature rises to +26°C. The coldest water temperatures are in September, with an average of +21°C.

Can you swim in Rio De Janeiro in April?

You can absolutely swim in Rio De Janeiro in April, the water is warm (+26°C in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.

Climate in Rio De Janeiro in April

Rio De Janeiro weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+30°C+28°C+26°C
Min. temperature
+17°C+15°C+13°C
Max. temperature
+37°C+37°C+34°C
Rainfall
133 mm105 mm67 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+26°C+26°C+24°C
Humidity
79%79%79%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1014 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
5710
Cloudy days
356
Rainy days
161614
Snowy days
000

April weather is still as ok as in March. It’s getting colder in April. From +30°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +28°C. As April arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 133 mm to 105 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 79%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in April, from 5 to 7.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in May as the weather gets better.

Wind

Wind speed in Rio De Janeiro in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Rio De Janeiro is gradually increasing during April, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Rio De Janeiro based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in April is about 116 mm, with a 53% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 19 mm, which is considered light rain. April is a pretty wet month with over 16 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Rio De Janeiro wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 52% chance of precipitation and 167 mm of rainfall per day. June, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 33% chance of precipitation and 45 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last April in Rio De Janeiro?

This is the weather in Rio De Janeiro in April 2023:
1 April
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+31°C
2 April
🌧️
+27°C
3 April
☁️
+28°C
4 April
☀️
+30°C
5 April
☀️
+31°C
6 April
☁️
+27°C
7 April
☁️
+27°C
8 April
🌧️
+25°C
9 April
🌧️
+24°C
10 April
☁️
+26°C
11 April
☀️
+28°C
12 April
☀️
+30°C
13 April
☀️
+32°C
14 April
☀️
+32°C
15 April
🌧️
+31°C
16 April
☁️
+27°C
17 April
☀️
+33°C
18 April
☀️
+28°C
19 April
🌧️
+28°C
20 April
☀️
+27°C
21 April
☀️
+25°C
22 April
☀️
+27°C
23 April
☀️
+27°C
24 April
☀️
+27°C
25 April
☀️
+28°C
26 April
☀️
+31°C
27 April
🌧️
+30°C
28 April
🌧️
+24°C
29 April
🌧️
+26°C
30 April
🌧️
+28°C
In April 2023 Rio De Janeiro had 16 sunny days, 5 cloudy days, and 9 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +28°C, with an absolute maximum of +33°C and a minimum of +24°C. The average humidity was 82%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 59%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Rio De Janeiro climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Rio De Janeiro in April has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1989 (+26°C) and the highest in 2015 (+29°C). The driest year was 2001 with only 744 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 2055 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Rio De Janeiro in April:

Is April a good time to visit Rio De Janeiro?

It’s always a good time to visit Rio De Janeiro, but the weather is changeable in April, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Rio De Janeiro in April?

April is warm in Rio De Janeiro. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Rio De Janeiro in April?

Yes, you can swim in Rio De Janeiro in April, the water temperature averaging at +26°C. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.

Is Rio De Janeiro rainy in April?

Rio De Janeiro is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Rio De Janeiro in April?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Rio De Janeiro in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Brazil

Check out the weather for other cities in Brazil.

Monthly weather in Rio De Janeiro

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Rio De Janeiro, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.