What November feels like in Rio de Janeiro
November falls in Rio de Janeiro's wet season — the rainfall numbers rise clearly above the dry months. Afternoons are warm and pleasant, good for long days out. Little changes after sunset — nights stay warm, only slightly below the daytime level. High humidity makes the heat feel heavier and sticky, especially on still afternoons.
Rain in Rio de Janeiro in November
Rain is part of normal life this month, falling on about every other day. Rainy days are intense, averaging about 10.3 mm (0.4 in) — downpours rather than drizzle. The yearly figure is similar, around 8.8 mm per wet day. It is among the three wettest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in November
On 15 November the sun rises at about 5:02 am and sets around 6:14 pm local time, giving 13 h 12 min of daylight. Since mid-October the day has gained 37 min. The sun is out for roughly 72% of those daylight hours, so there are plenty of bright spells.
How November compares to the rest of the year
In Rio de Janeiro's temperature order, November sits as the 6th warmest month. It is about as warm as October, with 71 mm more rain. The warm-up continues into December. December averages a high of 29.3°C (84.7°F).
Who November suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
- Hiking: less ideal — wet trails.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Rio de Janeiro in November
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Rio de Janeiro in November?
Expect around 27.4°C (81.3°F) in the afternoon and 21°C (69.8°F) at night, which most visitors would call warm.
Does it rain a lot in Rio de Janeiro in November?
Quite a lot — 176 mm spread over about 17 days.
What should I wear in Rio de Janeiro in November?
Based on the averages: rain protection and sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is November or December better for visiting Rio de Janeiro?
On our 12-month climate ranking, November comes out ahead (#10 of 12 vs #11). December is warmer and has more rainy days.