Temperatures in October
It's warm in October in Rio de Janeiro with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 22°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Rio de Janeiro in October. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Rio de Janeiro with hot temperatures, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights close to 21°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature rises to around 30°C, with nights close to 22°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Rio de Janeiro will be around 29°C, with nights close to 22°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Precipitation in October
In October, there is an average of 47 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The average precipitation chance is 20% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in October for Rio de Janeiro. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Rio de Janeiro in October |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
29°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
32°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
26°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
47 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
6 days | 14 days | |
September
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Rio de Janeiro?
Want nice weather? Then October is a great time to be in Rio de Janeiro. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Rio de Janeiro in October
With 39°C, Rio de Janeiro hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 14°C to a high of 26°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Rio de Janeiro
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Rio de Janeiro, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in October in Rio de Janeiro
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Daily Precipitation in October in Rio de Janeiro
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Rio de Janeiro, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect around 6 days of rain in Rio de Janeiro.
Daily UV Index in October in Rio de Janeiro
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Rio de Janeiro, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Rio de Janeiro Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Rio de Janeiro, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Rio de Janeiro Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Rio de Janeiro, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in October for Rio de Janeiro
Click on a specific day in October for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Rio de Janeiro. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in October in Rio de Janeiro
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Average Weather in Rio de Janeiro by Month
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