Brazil Rio de Janeiro Weather in March (Late Summer) — Climate Guide
March (Late Summer) in Rio de Janeiro is high
March (Late Summer) is high for Rio de Janeiro.
Late summer, with the value windows starting to open.
Travel score
Rio de Janeiro March (Late Summer) Weather Stats
Avg High
31°C
Avg Low
24°C
Rainy Days
12
90mm total
Sunshine
7h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
very humid
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
13 km/h
Gusts 28
Sea Temp
26°C
best for swimming
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
March (Late Summer) Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
14 μg/m³
PM10
28 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
35°C
Nighttime
25°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
13 km/h
Max gust 28 km/h
Activities Recommended for March (Late Summer)
March (Late Summer) Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Best for swimming
- Thinner crowds
Cons
- 31/24°C heat
March (Late Summer) Events & Festivals
- End of Carnival, end of the summer school holidays
Rio de Janeiro in March (Late Summer) — Full Picture
Late summer, with the value windows starting to open.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Late summer.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current28.3°C
22°C
11/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
25.3°C
18.7°C
7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
27°C
20.7°C
10.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
31.3°C
23.7°C
12.7/mo
Rio de Janeiro Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32° | 24° | 13d·110mm | 7h | 80% | 12 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 32° | 24° | 12d·110mm | 7h | 80% | 12 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 24° | 12d·90mm | 7h | 80% | 11 | Busy | Peak | |
| April (Early Autumn — Value) (Best) | 28° | 22° | 12d·100mm | 6h | 80% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| May (The Pick) (Best) | 26° | 20° | 9d·75mm | 6h | 80% | 7 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 25° | 19° | 7d·50mm | 6h | 78% | 7 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| July (School Holidays) (Best) | 25° | 18° | 7d·50mm | 6h | 78% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 26° | 19° | 7d·50mm | 6h | 78% | 8 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| September (A Top Month) (Best) | 26° | 19° | 9d·80mm | 6h | 78% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| October (Spring) (Best) | 27° | 21° | 11d·100mm | 6h | 80% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| November (Late Spring) (Best) | 28° | 22° | 11d·110mm | 7h | 80% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 30° | 23° | 13d·130mm | 7h | 80% | 12 | Very busy | Peak |
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Rio de Janeiro March (Late Summer) Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is March (Late Summer) a good time to visit Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro in March (Late Summer) is high. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Rio de Janeiro in March (Late Summer)?
Rio de Janeiro March (Late Summer) averages a high of 31°C and a low of 24°C.
Does it rain much in Rio de Janeiro in March (Late Summer)?
Rio de Janeiro March (Late Summer) averages 90mm of rainfall over about 12 rainy days.
What should I wear in Rio de Janeiro in March (Late Summer)?
Late summer.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Rio de Janeiro in March (Late Summer)?
Rio de Janeiro March (Late Summer) sunrise is 05:50 and sunset is 18:25, with 12h 35min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Rio de Janeiro in March (Late Summer)?
Rio de Janeiro March (Late Summer) air quality (AQI) averages 50, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 14μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Rio de Janeiro in March (Late Summer)?
In March (Late Summer), Rio de Janeiro is great for Ipanema, Copacabana, Corcovado.
Is March (Late Summer) peak season in Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro March (Late Summer) crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.