What is the current water temperature in Rio de Janeiro?

As of now, in Rio de Janeiro, the water temperature is 27.05°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Rio de Janeiro

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Rio de Janeiro. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

80.7

°F

January 1, 04:45

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

80.3°F

Tomorrow:

80.7°F

Sunrise:

06:11

Sunset:

19:42

Day Length:

13 h. 31 min.

Rio de Janeiro in January

Minimum:

74.6°F

Average:

78.5°F

Maximum:

81.5°F

Sea water temperature in Rio de Janeiro today

As of now, in Rio de Janeiro, the water temperature is 80.7°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 2.2°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 81.5°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 74.6°F on 2023.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 80.9°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Rio de Janeiro

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 1	80.7°F	76.2°F	78.5°F
Jan 2	80.7°F	75.4°F	78.5°F
Jan 3	80.6°F	74.1°F	78.5°F
Jan 4	80.9°F	75.9°F	78.7°F
Jan 5	80.8°F	75.4°F	78.7°F
Jan 6	80.7°F	78.0°F	78.5°F
Jan 7	81.2°F	77.2°F	79.0°F
Jan 8	81.2°F	77.7°F	79.1°F
Dec 18	78.3°F	75.1°F	77.0°F
Dec 19	77.9°F	75.1°F	76.9°F
Dec 20	77.4°F	75.7°F	77.6°F
Dec 21	76.1°F	77.0°F	77.3°F
Dec 22	76.9°F	77.0°F	77.3°F
Dec 23	78.2°F	76.9°F	77.5°F
Dec 24	79.0°F	76.9°F	77.5°F
Dec 25	77.7°F	75.7°F	77.4°F
Dec 26	76.9°F	73.0°F	77.3°F
Dec 27	78.8°F	73.6°F	77.6°F
Dec 28	79.8°F	73.9°F	77.4°F
Dec 29	80.2°F	75.8°F	77.7°F
Dec 30	80.4°F	76.7°F	78.1°F
Dec 31	80.3°F	75.5°F	78.1°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Rio de Janeiro by month

In Rio de Janeiro, the months October through May offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 235 swimming days.

The warmest water in Rio de Janeiro was recorded on February 14, 2018, reaching a 85.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 8, 2018, dipping to 67.7°F. The average readings by season are 78.8°F in Winter, 77.3°F in Spring, 72.0°F in Summer, and 73.5°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Niterói	80.6°F	5mi
Duque de Caxias	82.9°F	12mi
São João de Meriti	82.9°F	14mi
Belford Roxo	82.9°F	17mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Rio de Janeiro