February in Rio de Janeiro
What’s on in Rio de Janeiro in February. Typical daytime highs around 84°F (29°C).
- Rio Carnival, February 7 to 9, 2027 (Sambadrome parades)
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What to see
Start with the sights.
01What to seeEmpire of BrazilExplore →
The Empire of Brazil was a 19th-century state that broadly comprised the territories which form modern Brazil and Uruguay until the latter achieved independence in 1828.
02What to seeReal Gabinete Portugues de LeituraExplore →
A Neo-Manueline reading room where carved dark wood soars to a red-white-and-blue stained-glass skylight.
03What to seeSelaron StepsExplore →
04A tiled staircase of hand-laid ceramics climbing through Lapa.
Brazilian National Archives
The National Archives of Brazil were created in 1838 as the Imperial Public Archives.
Explore →05What to see1919 South American ChampionshipExplore →
The 1919 South American Championship of Nations was the third continental championship for South American national football teams.
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Rio–Niterói Bridge
The Rio–Niterói Bridge, officially the President Costa e Silva Bridge, is a box girder bridge spanning the Guanabara Bay, connecting the cities of Rio de Janeiro and Niterói in the State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
07Sugarloaf Mountain
A granite peak reached by cable car for sweeping views over the bay.
082014 FIFA World Cup Final
The final match of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, the 20th edition of FIFA's competition for national football teams, was played at the Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on 13 July 2014, and was…
Where to eat
Where to eat in Rio de Janeiro
Month by month
Rio de Janeiro, month by month.
What to plan a trip around, month by month.
May in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro in May. One of the best months to visit Rio de Janeiro. Typical daytime highs around 79°F (26°C).
June in Rio de Janeiro
What’s on in Rio de Janeiro in June. One of the best months to visit Rio de Janeiro. Typical daytime highs around 77°F (25°C).
- FIFA Women's World Cup 2027, June 24 to July 25, 2027
July in Rio de Janeiro
What’s on in Rio de Janeiro in July. One of the best months to visit Rio de Janeiro. Typical daytime highs around 77°F (25°C).
- FIFA Women's World Cup 2027, June 24 to July 25, 2027
August in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro in August. One of the best months to visit Rio de Janeiro. Typical daytime highs around 77°F (25°C).
September in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro in September. One of the best months to visit Rio de Janeiro. Typical daytime highs around 81°F (27°C).
Make a plan
Before you go.
Transport, fares & local advice
Getting there
Fly into Galeão (GIG) / Santos Dumont (SDU).
Know before you go
- Leave valuables at the hotel; carry only what you need, especially on the beach.
- Ride the Corcovado train or van up to Christ the Redeemer early to beat cloud and crowds.
- Each beach has a scene; Ipanema and Leblon are calmer than central Copacabana.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro?
The best time to visit Rio de Janeiro is May–Sep, in Brazil.
Where is Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro is in Brazil. The nearest major airport is Galeão (GIG) / Santos Dumont (SDU).
What is Rio de Janeiro known for?
Mountains, beaches, and a city that refuses to sit still.
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