October · Spring · Tropical — hot and humid all year, with heavy rainy-season downpours.
What to pack for Rio de Janeiro in October
Hot and humid most of the year; summer (December–March) brings heavy storms, winter is warm and drier.
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Climate at a glance · October
- Avg high
- 28°C · 82°F
- Avg low
- 21°C · 70°F
- Rain days
- 9
- Daylight
- 12h 30m
Pack for Rio de Janeiro in October
Anchored on Rio de Janeiro's October climate.
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Local quirks & hazards
- Intense sun and heat on the beaches.
- Summer flash floods.
- Keep phones and jewellery discreet on the street.
Dress & culture in Rio de Janeiro
- Beachwear is everyday wear near the sand; havaianas are standard.
Leave at home
- Expensive jewellery and anything heavy or wool.
Rio de Janeiro month by month
Average high / low and rainy days. Helpful for planning a trip outside this month.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 32°C · 89°F | 25°C · 76°F | 11 |
| Feb | 30°C · 86°F | 24°C · 74°F | 8 |
| Mar | 30°C · 85°F | 23°C · 73°F | 9 |
| Apr | 29°C · 84°F | 22°C · 71°F | 8 |
| May | 28°C · 83°F | 19°C · 67°F | 7 |
| Jun | 28°C · 82°F | 19°C · 65°F | 5 |
| Jul | 26°C · 80°F | 17°C · 63°F | 5 |
| Aug | 25°C · 78°F | 18°C · 64°F | 5 |
| Sep | 27°C · 81°F | 20°C · 68°F | 7 |
| Oct | 28°C · 82°F | 21°C · 70°F | 9 |
| Nov | 28°C · 82°F | 22°C · 71°F | 10 |
| Dec | 30°C · 86°F | 23°C · 74°F | 11 |