What is the current water temperature in Rio de Janeiro?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Rio de Janeiro?

As of now, in Rio de Janeiro, the water temperature is 22.61°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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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.

72.7

°F

November 20, 20:59

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

73.4°F

Tomorrow:

72.7°F

Sunrise:

06:00

Sunset:

19:17

Day Length:

13 h. 17 min.

Rio de Janeiro in November

Minimum:

75.4°F

Average:

79.4°F

Maximum:

83.1°F

Sea water temperature in Rio de Janeiro today

As of now, in Rio de Janeiro, the water temperature is 72.7°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 2.7°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. 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 minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 81.1°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 70.3°F on 2019.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 72.3°F, the minimum temperature may reach 71.9°F, and the maximum might stay at 72.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Rio de Janeiro

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 6	70.7°F	75.0°F	73.6°F
Nov 7	70.2°F	74.6°F	73.3°F
Nov 8	69.9°F	74.2°F	73.4°F
Nov 9	70.4°F	74.3°F	73.5°F
Nov 10	70.0°F	74.2°F	73.4°F
Nov 11	70.1°F	74.2°F	73.4°F
Nov 12	69.7°F	74.4°F	73.6°F
Nov 13	70.5°F	74.5°F	73.7°F
Nov 14	69.4°F	74.7°F	73.9°F
Nov 15	72.0°F	70.8°F	74.2°F
Nov 16	71.9°F	70.9°F	74.6°F
Nov 17	72.1°F	71.6°F	74.8°F
Nov 18	73.1°F	71.2°F	74.9°F
Nov 19	73.4°F	73.0°F	75.0°F
Nov 20	72.7°F	71.8°F	75.4°F
Nov 21	72.7°F	72.3°F	75.4°F
Nov 22	72.2°F	72.5°F	74.9°F
Nov 23	71.9°F	72.7°F	74.6°F
Nov 24	72.0°F	72.3°F	74.6°F
Nov 25	72.4°F	73.0°F	75.1°F
Nov 26	72.8°F	72.4°F	75.5°F
Nov 27	72.4°F	73.2°F	75.1°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 78.7°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	73.7°F	5mi
Duque de Caxias	75.5°F	12mi
São João de Meriti	75.5°F	14mi
Belford Roxo	75.5°F	17mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Rio de Janeiro