☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 29°C
Yes! Average temperatures of 29°C make it pleasantly warm and ideal for sun-seekers. Rio de Janeiro in December has an average air temperature of 29°C with sea temperatures around 25°C. You can expect 6 hours of sunshine per day and 120mm of rainfall, which means moderate rainfall — some wet days expected.
Sea temperatures of 25°C are very comfortable for swimming and water sports. With 6 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
Rio de Janeiro is one of the top warm destinations for December holidays from the UK. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Rio de Janeiro stacks up against similar destinations in December:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio de Janeiro | 29°C | 25°C | 120mm | 6h |
| Bora Bora | 29°C | 28°C | 220mm | 6h |
| Fiji | 29°C | 28°C | 220mm | 6h |
| Komodo | 29°C | 28°C | 170mm | 6h |
| Lombok | 29°C | 28°C | 200mm | 6h |
| Maldives | 29°C | 28°C | 85mm | 8h |
See how Rio de Janeiro's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Rio de Janeiro in December has average temperatures of 29°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 25°C.
Yes, the sea temperature of 25°C is very comfortable for swimming.
Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
December is an excellent time to visit Rio de Janeiro with warm weather and 6 hours of daily sunshine.
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