Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro State Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil in July.

Planning a journey to Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil this July and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Rio de Janeiro State in July

Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil is a region in Brazil. July in Rio de Janeiro State generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 22°C (72°F) in Visconde De Maua to 28°C (82°F) in Campos dos Goytacazes. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Campos dos Goytacazes and 11°C (52°F) in Visconde De Maua. On average, July is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year in Rio de Janeiro.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Santa Maria Madalena with an average of 26 mm (1 in) to high rainfall in Paraty with 110 mm (4.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Rio de Janeiro gets approximately 183 hours of sunlight in July, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Rio de Janeiro State by month

Best Places to Visit in Rio de Janeiro State in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Rio de Janeiro State.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Rio de Janeiro State

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil?

Temperature range in Rio de Janeiro State (July)

Precipitation variation in Rio de Janeiro State (July)

Rio de Janeiro

In July Rio de Janeiro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
183 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Búzios

In July Búzios generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Paraty

In July Paraty generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
106 hours
111 hours
104 hours
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Cabo Frio

In July Cabo Frio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Ilha Grande

In July Ilha Grande generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Brazil July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in Brazil in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Rio de Janeiro State in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rio de Janeiro 26°C (79°F) 18°C (64°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Paraty 23°C (73°F) 17°C (63°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Búzios 25°C (77°F) 20°C (68°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Cabo Frio 24°C (75°F) 20°C (68°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Ilha Grande 24°C (75°F) 19°C (66°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Arraial do Cabo 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)

Rio de Janeiro State weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil in July?

In July, Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil generally has perfect weather conditions. Rio de Janeiro sees daytime temperatures near 26°C (79°F), with nights cooling to roughly 18°C (64°F).

What is the average temperature in Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil in July?

Rio de Janeiro averages a daytime maximum of 26°C (79°F) in July, with overnight lows close to 18°C (64°F).

Does Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil get a lot of rain in July?

July is on the drier side in Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil. Rio de Janeiro averages only about 53 mm (2.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil?

We consider July to be one of the best times to travel to Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil. Typically, the climate in Rio de Janeiro is perfect.

On average, the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Rio de Janeiro. On the other hand, the weather in January and December tend to be poor.

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