Rio de Janeiro · Brazil
July
Brazilian school holidays bring domestic tourism — busier than June but still far better than summer.
Best match
#2 of 12 months
July is one of the best times to visit Rio de Janeiro.
Climate
High
25.1°C
Low
17.4°C
Rain
48mm
Sun
7.2hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How July scores in Rio de Janeiro
Weather
Outstanding
Value
Very good
Crowds
Excellent
Events
Good
Atmosphere
Excellent
What you gain in July
- ↑48mm: driest month of the year — near-certain blue skies every day
- ↑Rock in Rio (every two years) and other major music events bring domestic crowds
- ↑25°C: consistently comfortable for every outdoor activity
What you sacrifice
- ↓Brazilian school holidays push domestic visitor numbers up — beaches less empty than June
- ↓Some accommodation prices tick up slightly from June levels
- ↓International tourists still largely absent: guided tour availability can be limited
How July compares to June (best month)
| Factor | July | June ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 9 | 9 |
| Value | 7 | 8 |
| Crowds | 8 | 9 |
July in other destinations
Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Rio de Janeiro, not across destinations. Methodology →