What is the current water temperature in Rio de Janeiro?

As of now, in Rio de Janeiro, the water temperature is 23.51°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.

74.3

°F

November 27, 22:02

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

74.3°F

Tomorrow:

74.0°F

Sunrise:

05:59

Sunset:

19:22

Day Length:

13 h. 23 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 74.3°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.8°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 fall 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 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 79.9°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 71.0°F on 2019.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 74.3°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
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	75.1°F
Nov 21	72.0°F	72.3°F	75.1°F
Nov 22	73.4°F	72.5°F	74.8°F
Nov 23	75.1°F	72.7°F	74.6°F
Nov 24	75.0°F	72.3°F	74.7°F
Nov 25	74.9°F	73.0°F	75.1°F
Nov 26	74.3°F	72.4°F	75.4°F
Nov 27	74.3°F	73.2°F	75.1°F
Nov 28	74.0°F	72.3°F	74.8°F
Nov 29	74.0°F	73.6°F	74.8°F
Nov 30	74.5°F	73.7°F	75.3°F
Dec 1	74.5°F	75.0°F	75.3°F
Dec 2	74.5°F	74.7°F	75.3°F
Dec 3	74.4°F	74.4°F	75.2°F
Dec 4	74.1°F	74.7°F	74.9°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	74.9°F	5mi
Duque de Caxias	76.5°F	12mi
São João de Meriti	76.5°F	14mi
Belford Roxo	76.5°F	17mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Rio de Janeiro