Rio & Iguaçu
A city built between mountains and beaches, and then a waterfall so wide and loud it makes conversation impossible.
The best time to visit Rio & Iguaçu is Dec–Mar, when typical daytime highs reach about 31°C (88°F). Local time there is 13:28 (UTC-3).
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In season
The year at a glance
January · high 32°C · rain 150mm · 13.4h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Rio De Janeiro, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C90°F | 150mm5.9in | 13.4h13.4h | in the recommended window |
| February | 31°C88°F | 197mm7.8in | 12.9h12.9h | in the recommended window |
| March | 31°C89°F | 132mm5.2in | 12.3h12.3h | in the recommended window |
| April | 28°C83°F | 85mm3.3in | 11.6h11.6h | |
| May | 27°C80°F | 69mm2.7in | 11.0h11.0h | |
| June | 26°C79°F | 31mm1.2in | 10.7h10.7h | |
| July | 27°C80°F | 31mm1.2in | 10.9h10.9h | |
| August | 27°C80°F | 62mm2.4in | 11.3h11.3h | |
| September | 29°C84°F | 78mm3.1in | 12.0h12.0h | |
| October | 29°C84°F | 92mm3.6in | 12.7h12.7h | |
| November | 29°C84°F | 141mm5.6in | 13.2h13.2h | |
| December | 30°C86°F | 174mm6.9in | 13.5h13.5h | in the recommended window |
Good to know
- Currency
- BRLBrazilian real
- Language
- Portuguese
- Driving
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When is the best time to visit Rio & Iguaçu?
The best time to visit Rio & Iguaçu is Dec–Mar, when typical daytime highs reach about 31°C (88°F).
How warm does Rio & Iguaçu get?
Typical daytime highs in Rio & Iguaçu are Mar–May 29°C (84°F), Jun–Aug 27°C (80°F), Sep–Nov 29°C (84°F), Dec–Feb 31°C (88°F).
Is Rio & Iguaçu expensive?
On the ground, Rio & Iguaçu is middling.
What sort of trip is Rio & Iguaçu good for?
Rio & Iguaçu is good for beach and sun holidays, bucket-list trips, history and culture, nature and scenery.
How rainy is Rio & Iguaçu?
The wettest month in Rio & Iguaçu is February at 197mm (7.8in), the driest June at 31mm (1.2in), with a monthly average of 104mm (4.1in).
What plug do I need for Rio & Iguaçu?
Rio & Iguaçu uses type C, N sockets at 127/220 V.
