Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Rio de Janeiro in November
Little changes in Rio de Janeiro from October: highs stay near 80°F (26°C), lows near 70°F (21°C), and about 8.7 in (220 mm) of rain falls.
With a comfort score of 53/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 80°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 70°F (21°C)
- Rain
- 8.7 in (220 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 79%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 07 min
- Comfort score
- 53/100 · Fair
What November feels like
Highs settle around 80°F (26°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Lows average 70°F (21°C).
With 82% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is a real factor, with about 8.7 in (220 mm) across the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 79%.
Plan around November
November is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are June – August.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (November – January), which brings about 26.0 in (660 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 72/100 in October to 53/100.
- November sits inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov window our Rio, Ilha Grande & Paraty route recommends.
What to pack for November
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 80°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics82% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes8.7 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Rio de Janeiro in November
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Bar Urca
Neighborhood bar where locals sit on the seawall with beers and snacks at sunset.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 8.7 in of rain.
Confeitaria Colombo
Belle Époque tea room from 1894 with mirrored walls, pastries and lunch.
Why now Easy to slot in when November's rain moves in.
Museu do Amanhã
Science museum by Santiago Calatrava on the revived Praça Mauá waterfront.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 8.7 in of rain.
Selarón Steps
Staircase covered in tiles from around the world by artist Jorge Selarón.
Tijuca National Park
One of the world's largest urban forests, with waterfalls and trails to Pico da Tijuca.
Nearby in November
- Ilha Grande in November~65 mi · highs 83°F, 7.6 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
- Paraty in November~100 mi · highs 87°F, 6.9 in rain · 4°C (8°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Rio de Janeiro in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Rio de Janeiro?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 53/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are June – August. Expect highs of 80°F (26°C) and 8.7 in (220 mm) of rain. November is inside the Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov window our Rio, Ilha Grande & Paraty route recommends.
How hot is Rio de Janeiro in November?
Average highs are 80°F (26°C) and average lows 70°F (21°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Rio de Janeiro in November?
Yes: about 8.7 in (220 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 57.9 in (1470 mm).
What should I pack for Rio de Janeiro in November?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 80°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (82% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (8.7 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Rio de Janeiro
Routes in season in November
- Rio, Ilha Grande & Paraty Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov
Planning Rio de Janeiro in November?
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