What July feels like in Rio de Janeiro
July is part of Rio de Janeiro's dry season, when rain totals drop well below the wet months. Days are warm enough for short sleeves, and time outdoors is easy. There is little difference between day and night: nights stay mild, and evenings feel much like the afternoon. High humidity makes the heat feel heavier and sticky, especially on still afternoons.
Rain in Rio de Janeiro in July
Rain turns up now and then — about one day in 4. Wet days average about 6.5 mm (0.3 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 8.8 mm per rainy day. It is among the three driest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in July
In mid-July, sunrise is at about 6:33 am and sunset at about 5:24 pm (local time) — 10 h 51 min of daylight. Day length barely changes from mid-June (6 min longer). Measured sunshine covers about 80% of the daylight — skies are mostly clear.
How July compares to the rest of the year
In Rio de Janeiro's temperature order, July sits as the coolest month. It is about as warm as June, with about the same rain. Temperatures barely move from one month to the next here. August averages a high of 25.5°C (77.9°F).
Who July suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — pleasant for gardens, parks and riversides.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
- Hiking: a good fit — mild temperatures for trails.
Tips for visiting Rio de Janeiro in July
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Rio de Janeiro in July?
Expect around 24.8°C (76.6°F) in the afternoon and 17.6°C (63.7°F) at night, which most visitors would call warm.
Does it rain a lot in Rio de Janeiro in July?
Not especially. There are about 7 rainy days (46 mm), mostly moderate rain.
What should I wear in Rio de Janeiro in July?
Based on the averages: sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is July or August better for visiting Rio de Janeiro?
On our 12-month climate ranking, July comes out ahead (#1 of 12 vs #2). August has more rainy days.