What is the current water temperature in Rio de Janeiro?

As of now, in Rio de Janeiro, the water temperature is 26.06°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.

78.9

°F

December 11, 23:22

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

78.8°F

Tomorrow:

79.1°F

Sunrise:

06:01

Sunset:

19:32

Day Length:

13 h. 31 min.

Rio de Janeiro in December

Minimum:

74.9°F

Average:

79.4°F

Maximum:

83.2°F

Sea water temperature in Rio de Janeiro today

As of now, in Rio de Janeiro, the water temperature is 78.9°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 3.5°F higher 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 rise a bit.

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 77.9°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 73.0°F on 2017.

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 maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 80.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 79.1°F, while the maximum might reach 81.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Rio de Janeiro

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 27	74.3°F	73.2°F	75.0°F
Nov 28	73.4°F	72.3°F	74.6°F
Nov 29	74.5°F	73.6°F	74.8°F
Nov 30	75.1°F	73.7°F	75.2°F
Dec 1	75.2°F	75.0°F	75.3°F
Dec 2	75.6°F	74.7°F	75.3°F
Dec 3	76.3°F	74.4°F	75.3°F
Dec 4	75.8°F	74.7°F	74.9°F
Dec 5	75.9°F	74.4°F	75.2°F
Dec 6	76.4°F	74.5°F	74.9°F
Dec 7	77.0°F	77.2°F	75.4°F
Dec 8	77.4°F	76.3°F	75.1°F
Dec 9	77.3°F	76.6°F	75.2°F
Dec 10	78.8°F	77.8°F	75.7°F
Dec 11	78.9°F	77.7°F	75.4°F
Dec 12	79.1°F	75.6°F	75.6°F
Dec 13	79.4°F	74.7°F	75.9°F
Dec 14	79.6°F	75.6°F	76.0°F
Dec 15	80.3°F	75.8°F	76.8°F
Dec 16	81.1°F	78.5°F	77.5°F
Dec 17	80.9°F	76.5°F	77.3°F
Dec 18	80.5°F	75.1°F	76.9°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	79.4°F	5mi
Duque de Caxias	81.9°F	12mi
São João de Meriti	81.9°F	14mi
Belford Roxo	81.9°F	17mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Rio de Janeiro