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

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

Weather in Rio De Janeiro in October 2024

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Comfortable water
Rio De Janeiro in October usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +27°C and roughly 6 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 16 rainy days with an average precipitation of 90 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+27°C
Avg. max. temperature
+16°C
Min.
+38°C
Max.
90 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Rio De Janeiro has OK weather in October.

Average temperature in Rio De Janeiro in October

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

The temperature in October is +28°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +38°C during the day and a minimum of +20°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 50% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +24°C to +33°C.

Is Rio De Janeiro warm or cold in October?

Rio De Janeiro is typically warm in October.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +26°C to +27°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +19°C to +20°C.

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

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

Water temperature in Rio De Janeiro in October

Water in Rio De Janeiro in October is Comfortable. It varies from +19°C to +26°C, with an average of +23°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +27°C.

In October, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the 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 October?

The water in Rio De Janeiro in October is pretty comfortable (+23°C in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.

Climate in Rio De Janeiro in October

Rio De Janeiro weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+26°C+27°C+28°C
Min. temperature
+13°C+16°C+16°C
Max. temperature
+38°C+38°C+41°C
Rainfall
77 mm90 mm124 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+21°C+23°C+23°C
Humidity
77%78%78%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1014 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
964
Cloudy days
675
Rainy days
141618
Snowy days
000

October typically has worse weather conditions compared to September. It’s getting warmer as October arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +26°C to +27°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 77 mm to 90 mm. Humidity rises from 77% to 78%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 3 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 9 sunny days in September to 6 in October.

November brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Rio De Janeiro is gradually decreasing during October, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Rio De Janeiro based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in October is about 143 mm, with a 61% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 25 mm, which is moderate rain. October is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how October 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 October in Rio De Janeiro?

This is the weather in Rio De Janeiro in October 2023:
1 October
🌧️
+24°C
2 October
☁️
+23°C
3 October
☁️
+25°C
4 October
☀️
+32°C
5 October
☁️
+29°C
6 October
☁️
+28°C
7 October
☀️
+38°C
8 October
☀️
+32°C
9 October
☁️
+29°C
10 October
🌧️
+25°C
11 October
☀️
+30°C
12 October
☀️
+32°C
13 October
🌫️
+27°C
14 October
🌫️
+21°C
15 October
☁️
+26°C
16 October
☀️
+32°C
17 October
☀️
+32°C
18 October
☁️
+26°C
19 October
☁️
+23°C
20 October
☁️
+23°C
21 October
☁️
+23°C
22 October
☁️
+25°C
23 October
☀️
+30°C
24 October
☀️
+35°C
25 October
🌧️
+25°C
26 October
☁️
+26°C
27 October
🌫️
+25°C
28 October
☁️
+30°C
29 October
☀️
+35°C
30 October
🌧️
+34°C
31 October
🌧️
+33°C
In October 2023 Rio De Janeiro had 10 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +28°C, with an absolute maximum of +38°C and a minimum of +21°C. The average humidity was 85%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 58%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 10 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 October 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 October:

Is October 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 October, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Rio De Janeiro in October?

October 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 October?

Yes, the water temperature in Rio De Janeiro in October is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +23°C.

Is Rio De Janeiro rainy in October?

Rio De Janeiro is often rainy in October. 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 October?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Rio De Janeiro in October, 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.