Weather in February in Rio de Janeiro State
Planning a journey to Rio de Janeiro State this February and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Rio de Janeiro State in February?
Rio de Janeiro State is a region in Brazil. February in Rio de Janeiro State generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Arraial do Cabo at 27°C to very warm in Campos dos Goytacazes at 34°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C in Campos dos Goytacazes and 24°C in Arraial do Cabo. In Rio de Janeiro State, February typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.
Precipitation
In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Arraial do Cabo with an average of 68 mm to heavy rainfall in Paraty with 445 mm.Average sunshine
The city Rio de Janeiro usually sees around 202 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.For specific regional insights in Rio de Janeiro State for February, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Rio de Janeiro State climate page.
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What is the weather like in February for the 5 most popular destinations in Rio de Janeiro State?
Rio de Janeiro
In February Rio de Janeiro generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Búzios
In February Búzios generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Paraty
In February Paraty generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Cabo Frio
In February Cabo Frio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Ilha Grande
In February Ilha Grande generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is February the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro State?
In our opinion, February is a good time to visit Rio de Janeiro State with overall tolerable weather in Rio de Janeiro.
On average, the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro State is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Rio de Janeiro. In contrast, January and December tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.
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