November marks the beginning of summer in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This period offers a transition from spring’s pleasant temperatures to the city’s characteristic summer heat and humidity. Visitors can expect average high temperatures around 80F (27C) and average lows around 72F (22C). Rainfall increases slightly compared to the drier months, with occasional showers and thunderstorms, typically in the afternoons or evenings.
This time of year presents an advantageous balance between the intense heat of mid-summer and the cooler, drier conditions of spring. It provides warm beach weather ideal for swimming, sunbathing, and watersports, while the increased rainfall helps to mitigate the high temperatures and maintain the city’s lush tropical vegetation. Historically, November has signaled the start of the tourist season, with increasing numbers of visitors drawn to the city’s vibrant culture, natural beauty, and favorable weather.