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Christ the Redeemer

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Christ the Redeemer

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Best timeMay–Sep
Set inRio de Janeiro, Brazil
In season~72°F high
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Climate

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

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57–84°F
Fares from$938
Nearest airportGIG
CurrencyBRL
LanguagePortuguese
TimezoneUTC-03:00
On the map
Map showing the location of Christ the Redeemer
Directions (Google Maps) →
Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Jul. Go in Jun, Aug for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightJul · 63%
WarmestJan · 84°F
WettestFeb
Best windowMay–Sep
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

The iconic statue atop Corcovado overlooking Rio.

Best time to visit

Aim for May–Sep, the 5 months that line up best.

Know before you go

  • Take the Corcovado cog train or an official van; private cars cannot reach the top.
  • Go early; clouds often swallow the summit by late morning.
  • Buy timed tickets online to avoid long waits at the base.
  • It gets cool and windy at the top even when the city is hot; bring a layer.

On foot

The classic way in is the Corcovado via Parque Lage. Nearest airport is GIG.

Route details →

Pairs well with

2014 FIFA World Cup Final
3 mi away
1919 South American Championship
3 mi away
Selaron Steps
3 mi away
Brazilian National Archives
3 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Christ the Redeemer?

The best time to visit Christ the Redeemer is May–September, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Where is Christ the Redeemer?

Christ the Redeemer is in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The nearest major airport is GIG.

What is Christ the Redeemer known for?

The iconic statue atop Corcovado overlooking Rio.

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