April · Brazil
Best time to visit Rio de Janeiro in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Rio de Janeiro in April
Average temperature 24°C, 107 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
8.2/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 107 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
April in Rio de Janeiro scores 8.2/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 24°C, 107 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Golden shores, verdant peaks, and carnival spirit shine from late summer through Rio's gentle May–September days.
April in Rio de Janeiro — reliably good (9th best month)
April averages 24°C (75°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Monthly rainfall reaches 107 mm — wet for this destination — but about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 8.2/10 here, 9th of 12 months, against 9.2/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Rio de Janeiro in April?
- In April, Rio de Janeiro averages 24°C, 107 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.2/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Rio de Janeiro?
- April earns a 8.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Rio de Janeiro in April?
- Expect about 107 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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