In February, Rio de Janeiro averages highs of 30 °C (86 °F) and lows of 23 °C (73 °F), with about 130 mm of rain spread over roughly 11 days. February is one of the rainiest months of the year, so bring a rain jacket and keep some indoor activities in mind. Crowds tend to be high this month.
February finds Rio de Janeiro in the middle of summer. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Highs reach 30 °C (86 °F): the heat calls for early starts, sunscreen, and spending the middle of the day in the shade or in the water. It is one of the busiest times of the year: the destination fills up, rates go up and the best hotels sell out early. Book ahead or choose weekdays. It rains fairly often, so keep an indoor plan handy for gray days. If the dates line up, it is worth fitting Rio Carnival into your itinerary: it is what livens up the destination at that time of year.
Myllena Vieira · Editor at VisiteFebruary is high season: the destination fills up, the most popular attractions have lines, and it pays to book ahead.
High season: higher rates and heavy demand. Book ahead. The average nightly rate for lodging in Rio de Janeiro is around R$ 341 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.
February is high season in Rio de Janeiro: the best hotels fill up and rates rise as the date approaches. It is best to lock in your room as soon as the trip is decided.
Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.
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