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 22.63°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 23, 19:12

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

72.5°F

Tomorrow:

72.9°F

Sunrise:

05:59

Sunset:

19:20

Day Length:

13 h. 21 min.

Rio de Janeiro in November

Minimum:

75.5°F

Average:

79.7°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 2.0°F lower 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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature slightly varies from the average of the past two weeks. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 80.1°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 69.2°F on 2021.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 73.2°F, with minimum temperature starting at 72.9°F, while the maximum might reach 73.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Rio de Janeiro

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 9	74.3°F	75.8°F	74.0°F
Nov 10	74.2°F	75.2°F	73.8°F
Nov 11	74.2°F	76.3°F	73.8°F
Nov 12	74.4°F	77.1°F	74.0°F
Nov 13	74.4°F	77.1°F	74.0°F
Nov 14	74.8°F	77.5°F	74.5°F
Nov 15	70.8°F	78.8°F	74.4°F
Nov 16	70.9°F	79.2°F	74.6°F
Nov 17	71.6°F	79.7°F	74.8°F
Nov 18	71.2°F	80.8°F	74.8°F
Nov 19	73.0°F	81.8°F	74.9°F
Nov 20	71.8°F	81.1°F	75.1°F
Nov 21	72.3°F	80.7°F	75.2°F
Nov 22	72.5°F	78.9°F	74.8°F
Nov 23	72.7°F	80.1°F	74.7°F
Nov 24	72.9°F	81.3°F	74.9°F
Nov 25	73.3°F	80.8°F	75.3°F
Nov 26	73.7°F	80.3°F	75.7°F
Nov 27	73.2°F	79.9°F	75.2°F
Nov 28	73.0°F	79.9°F	75.0°F
Nov 29	72.9°F	79.3°F	74.9°F
Nov 30	73.4°F	78.7°F	75.3°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 246 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 July 28, 2014, dipping to 67.2°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	73.8°F	5mi
Duque de Caxias	75.2°F	12mi
São João de Meriti	75.2°F	14mi
Belford Roxo	75.2°F	17mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Rio de Janeiro