What is the current water temperature in Rio de Janeiro?

As of now, in Rio de Janeiro, the water temperature is 26.83°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.

80.3

°F

February 5, 06:56

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

79.5°F

Tomorrow:

80.1°F

Sunrise:

06:35

Sunset:

19:38

Day Length:

13 h. 3 min.

Rio de Janeiro in February

Minimum:

75.4°F

Average:

78.5°F

Maximum:

81.4°F

Sea water temperature in Rio de Janeiro today

As of now, in Rio de Janeiro, the water temperature is 80.3°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is about the same as 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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. 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 83.4°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 78.5°F on 2021.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 80.0°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 22	80.7°F	81.8°F	80.0°F
Jan 23	81.2°F	82.3°F	80.2°F
Jan 24	81.5°F	82.1°F	80.3°F
Jan 25	80.2°F	81.9°F	80.3°F
Jan 26	79.9°F	81.4°F	80.2°F
Jan 27	82.6°F	81.3°F	80.4°F
Jan 28	82.4°F	80.7°F	80.7°F
Jan 29	82.2°F	80.6°F	80.6°F
Jan 30	81.5°F	79.7°F	80.5°F
Jan 31	81.4°F	80.9°F	80.4°F
Feb 1	81.3°F	80.2°F	80.7°F
Feb 2	81.2°F	80.2°F	80.6°F
Feb 3	81.0°F	80.2°F	80.5°F
Feb 4	79.5°F	80.1°F	80.5°F
Feb 5	80.3°F	79.7°F	80.4°F
Feb 6	80.1°F	81.7°F	80.2°F
Feb 7	80.0°F	80.3°F	80.1°F
Feb 8	79.9°F	81.1°F	80.0°F
Feb 9	79.9°F	82.4°F	80.0°F
Feb 10	79.6°F	82.2°F	79.7°F
Feb 11	80.2°F	82.1°F	80.3°F
Feb 12	80.5°F	83.3°F	80.7°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 244 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, 77.4°F in Spring, 72.1°F in Summer, and 73.7°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Niterói	81.0°F	5mi
Duque de Caxias	82.5°F	12mi
São João de Meriti	82.5°F	14mi
Belford Roxo	82.5°F	17mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Rio de Janeiro