What April feels like in Rio de Janeiro
April sits between Rio de Janeiro's dry and wet seasons. Warm daytime weather invites long lunches outside and evening strolls. Little changes after sunset — nights stay warm, only slightly below the daytime level. The air is muggy, so it feels hotter than the thermometer suggests.
Rain in Rio de Janeiro in April
April is persistently wet here: some rain falls on about every other day. Wet days average about 7.6 mm (0.3 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. That is close to Rio de Janeiro's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 8.8 mm).
Daylight and sunshine in April
Mid-month, Rio de Janeiro gets 11 h 35 min of daylight, from sunrise near 6:05 am to sunset near 5:40 pm. Days are getting shorter: 41 min less daylight than in mid-March. Measured sunshine covers about 84% of the daylight — skies are mostly clear.
How April compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, April comes out as the 5th warmest month in Rio de Janeiro. Afternoons run 2°C (3.6°F) cooler than in March, with 64 mm less rain. The cooling trend carries on into May. May averages a high of 25.5°C (77.9°F).
Who April suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — daytime temperatures are fine for walking around.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
- Hiking: a good fit — mild temperatures for trails.
Tips for visiting Rio de Janeiro in April
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Rio de Janeiro in April?
Expect around 27.5°C (81.5°F) in the afternoon and 21.5°C (70.7°F) at night, which most visitors would call warm.
Does it rain a lot in Rio de Janeiro in April?
It does: about 14 rainy days bring roughly 106 mm, so plan some indoor options.
What should I wear in Rio de Janeiro in April?
The numbers point to rain protection and sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is April or May better for visiting Rio de Janeiro?
On our 12-month climate ranking, May comes out ahead (#5 of 12 vs #6). May is cooler and has fewer rainy days.