Water temperature in Rio de Janeiro
71.8
°F
August 29, 16:21
Trend:
increasingYesterday:
71.5°FTomorrow:
72.0°F
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Day Length:
11 h. 35 min.Rio de Janeiro in September
Minimum:
75.3°FAverage:
79.2°FMaximum:
84.0°FSea water temperature in Rio de Janeiro today
As of now, in Rio de Janeiro, the water temperature is 71.8°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 0.3°F higher 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
The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 73.5°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 68.7°F on 2018.
Daily water temperature in Rio de Janeiro
| Date |
Current Year
actual* / forecast** |
last year | 10 years average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 15 | 69.9°F | 72.8°F | 71.2°F |
| Aug 16 | 70.1°F | 71.7°F | 71.1°F |
| Aug 17 | 70.0°F | 71.9°F | 71.3°F |
| Aug 18 | 70.1°F | 72.2°F | 71.4°F |
| Aug 19 | 70.5°F | 72.4°F | 71.7°F |
| Aug 20 | 69.7°F | 72.5°F | 71.7°F |
| Aug 21 | 72.0°F | 73.0°F | 71.7°F |
| Aug 22 | 71.9°F | 72.9°F | 71.5°F |
| Aug 23 | 72.3°F | 73.4°F | 71.5°F |
| Aug 24 | 72.1°F | 74.4°F | 71.9°F |
| Aug 25 | 72.5°F | 73.0°F | 71.7°F |
| Aug 26 | 72.3°F | 72.8°F | 71.7°F |
| Aug 27 | 71.3°F | 72.8°F | 71.6°F |
| Aug 28 | 71.5°F | 71.8°F | 71.2°F |
| Aug 29 | 71.8°F | 71.6°F | 71.4°F |
| Aug 30 | 72.0°F | 72.2°F | 71.6°F |
| Aug 31 | 72.2°F | 72.2°F | 71.9°F |
| Sep 1 | 72.2°F | 71.9°F | 71.9°F |
| Sep 2 | 72.4°F | 72.6°F | 72.0°F |
| Sep 3 | 72.3°F | 71.5°F | 72.0°F |
| Sep 4 | 72.6°F | 72.8°F | 72.3°F |
| Sep 5 | 72.4°F | 73.3°F | 72.1°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.
Popular neighboring cities and resorts
| City | Water temperature* | Distance** |
|---|---|---|
| Niterói |
72.2°F
|
5mi |
| Duque de Caxias |
72.6°F
|
12mi |
| São João de Meriti |
72.6°F
|
14mi |
| Belford Roxo |
72.6°F
|
17mi |
* current water temperature in this city
** straight line distance from Rio de Janeiro