01Weather
Rio de Janeiro weather in April
Afternoons in April average 29.0 °C (84 °F) and nights cool to 21.4 °C (71 °F). Compared with March it is 2.2 °C cooler; May is 1.2 °C cooler again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical April | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 32 °C / 90 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 26 °C / 79 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 19 °C / 67 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 10.3 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Hottest / coldest April day 2016–2025 | 35.1 °C / 15.1 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 April | 06:00 | 17:52 | 11.9 h |
| 15 April | 06:06 | 17:39 | 11.6 h |
| 30 April | 06:12 | 17:28 | 11.3 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 36 minutes over the month. Times are local (America/Sao_Paulo).
03Crowds
How busy Rio de Janeiro is in April
moderate The main sights are moderate in April. What drives it:
- Easter and Tiradentes Day on 21 April
- autumn warmth
- drier weather
04Public holidays
Public holidays in April 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 21 Apr 2027 | Tiradentes |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in Rio de Janeiro in April
Every year in April
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tiradentes Day | 21 April | national |
07Packing
What to pack for Rio de Janeiro in April
- light, breathable clothing
- sun hat and sunscreen
- refillable water bottle
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
- something for heat: 10 days a month pass 30 °C on average
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
April is warm and drier, with afternoons around 29 °C, Easter, Tiradentes Day on 21 April as a holiday and the first clear, crisp days for the Corcovado views. Crowds are low and prices moderate. It is one of the best months for hiking in Tijuca Forest and up the Dois Irmãos trail before the winter cool. Rain falls on about nine days.
Good Friday is a holiday with processions in the colonial churches. The Rio Boat Show and the first autumn surf competitions at Arpoador fill the calendar. The sea cools to 25 °C. Daylight shrinks from twelve hours to eleven and a half. For the mild, dry, calm month with the best visibility, see May.
09Compare
Rio de Janeiro month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31 °C | 24 °C | – | – | very busy | Mixed |
| February | 31 °C | 24 °C | – | – | very busy | Mixed |
| March | 31 °C | 23 °C | – | – | busy | Good |
| April | 29 °C | 21 °C | – | – | moderate | Excellent |
| May | 28 °C | 19 °C | – | – | moderate | Excellent |
| June | 27 °C | 18 °C | – | – | moderate | Excellent |
| July | 26 °C | 17 °C | – | – | busy | Excellent |
| August | 26 °C | 18 °C | – | – | moderate | Excellent |
| September | 27 °C | 20 °C | – | – | moderate | Excellent |
| October | 27 °C | 21 °C | – | – | moderate | Excellent |
| November | 28 °C | 22 °C | – | – | moderate | Excellent |
| December | 30 °C | 23 °C | – | – | very busy | Good |
Not sure about April? See the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro.
10Elsewhere
April in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Buenos Aires in April | 23 °C | 10 |
| Miami in April | 29 °C | 6 |
| Cancún in April | 30 °C | – |
| Orlando in April | 29 °C | 4 |
| Lisbon in April | 21 °C | 9 |
| New York City in April | 16 °C | 8 |
11FAQ
Rio de Janeiro in April: your questions
Is April a good time to visit Rio de Janeiro?
April is one of the best months to visit Rio de Janeiro. Daytime highs average 29 °C (84 °F), and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are moderate.
What is the weather like in Rio de Janeiro in April?
Expect warm days around 29 °C (84 °F) and nights near 21 °C (71 °F). One April in ten brings afternoons above 32 °C, and one in ten stays below 26 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Rio de Janeiro in April?
April in Rio de Janeiro, by the 1991–2020 station normals.
What should I wear in Rio de Janeiro in April?
Pack light, breathable clothing, sun hat and sunscreen, refillable water bottle.
Is Rio de Janeiro crowded in April?
The main sights are moderate in April. Main drivers: Easter and Tiradentes Day on 21 April; autumn warmth; drier weather.
What time does it get dark in Rio de Janeiro in April?
Around the middle of April the sun sets at about 17:39 and rises at 06:06, giving 11.6 hours of daylight.