August 2 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Rio de Janeiro. With minimal rain risk (14%) and pleasant highs of 26°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. You'll find plenty of company in Rio de Janeiro this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for Rio de Janeiro
Currency
BRL
R$ Brazilian real
Language
Portuguese
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.465
Rio de Janeiro Weather Forecast for August 2
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 25.7°C. 14% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Rio de Janeiro in August
Based on historical data for August 2, Rio de Janeiro typically experiences temperatures between 16.4°C and 25.7°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (14% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Rio de Janeiro
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
25.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
16.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
26.7°C
☀️ Minor difference
Rain Chance
14%
Avg 0.5mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
43%
Overcast
Pressure
1021 hPa
Medium volatility
Rio de Janeiro Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 92% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 42 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 63 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 105 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
21.6°C
Humid/Sticky
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Morning hours (before 11 AM)
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Brazil
Flight Traffic
Busy
63/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~157
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Rio de Janeiro
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:27
☀️ Noon
12:00
🌇 Sunset
17:32
⏱️ Daylight
11h 5m
Wind Speed
14.6 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
78%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Rio de Janeiro
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Rio de Janeiro on August 2 averages 25.7°C with a 14% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Rio de Janeiro Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Rio de Janeiro Worth Visiting on August 2?
Planning a trip to Rio de Janeiro on August 2? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 25.7°C with a 14% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 157 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 9 vaccinations are recommended for Brazil, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 21.9°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.92m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 2 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 33.2°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to 12.9°C in 2021.