In March, Rio de Janeiro averages highs of 29 °C (84 °F) and lows of 23 °C (73 °F), with about 130 mm of rain spread over roughly 12 days. March 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 low this month.
March brings fall to Rio de Janeiro. In Brazil the seasons are the reverse of those in the Northern Hemisphere. Temperatures are pleasant, with highs of 29 °C (84 °F) and nights that still call for a light jacket. Crowds are light, which tends to work in favor of travelers: shorter lines, more peace and quiet, and cheaper lodging. 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 VisiteA quiet period: short lines and room to move on the streets, ideal if you want to avoid the crowds.
Low season: usually the best time to find lodging and tickets at a better price. The average nightly rate for lodging in Rio de Janeiro is around R$ 341 (Brazilian reais), depending on the date.
March is low season in Rio de Janeiro: rates drop and there are more rooms to choose from. A good time to get a better hotel for the same budget.
Rates change with the dates: confirm the price on Booking.com.
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