What to pack for Rio de Janeiro

Month-by-month weather, dress code, and packing essentials for Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

January: 24–31°C. Dress: Minimal beachwear culture; light everything.. Pack: Swimwear, Light clothes, SPF 50, Flip-flops, Type N adapter.
April: 21–28°C. Dress: Light clothes plus a rain shell.. Pack: Light clothes, Rain jacket, SPF, Swimwear.
July: 18–25°C. Dress: Light layers; dry season, still warm.. Pack: Light clothes, Light jacket for evenings, SPF, Swimwear.
October: 20–27°C. Dress: Light clothes; spring warms up fast.. Pack: Light clothes, SPF 50, Swimwear, Refillable bottle.

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