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Rio de Janeiro
Drier, milder winter — beaches, samba, Sugarloaf hikes.
Best months
May · Jun · Jul · Aug · Sep
Temperature
18–26°C
Visa
Visa-free 90d
Comfort
Mid-range · $$
Daily cost in Brazil
Per-traveler, per-day estimates from our cost-of-living dataset (199 countries). Includes accommodation, food, local transport, and modest activities.
Budget
$13/ day
Hostels, street food, public transit
Mid-range
$25/ day
3-star hotels, cafés, occasional taxis
Premium
$56/ day
Boutique stays, fine dining, private rides
When to visit
Rio de Janeiro is at its best in May · Jun · Jul · Aug · Sep, when temperatures sit around 18–26°C. Plan around these windows for the best weather, manageable crowds, and the seasonal pricing the cost figures above assume.
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Visa & entry
Most visitors find Brazil's entry rules to be Visa-free 90d. Rules differ by your passport — use our visa checker to confirm what applies to you.
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