Can I swim at Leblon right now?

The sea at Leblon is currently 22.9°C — great swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find the water comfortable when it's above 22°C; below 18°C feels fresh and a wetsuit is recommended.

What will the sea temperature be at Leblon next week?

Based on long-term June averages and the latest marine model, expect the sea around Leblon to sit close to 24.1°C over the next 7 days. Check the live 7-day chart above for the exact daily outlook.

When is the best month to swim at Leblon?

July – August – September are typically the warmest months to swim at Leblon, with sea temperatures at their seasonal peak.

Do I need a wetsuit at Leblon?

With water currently at 22.9°C: above 22°C no wetsuit needed; 18–22°C a shorty is comfortable for long swims; 14–18°C a 3/2mm full suit; below 14°C a 4/3mm or thicker.

Brazil

Rio de Janeiro · Atlantic Ocean

Leblon

Popular beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Pleasant water with a moderate swell and a moderate breeze — good swimming conditions.

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Sea temperature now

22.9°Cwarm

Good

Updated just now · Source: Open-Meteo Marine

Air temperature

22.1°C

Wave height

1.4 m

Wind

24.7 km/h

UV index

0.2 UV index

Location

Leblon on the map, with nearby beaches and live sea temperatures.

7-day forecast

Water, air, waves, wind and UV outlook for the week ahead.

Wetsuit recommendation

Rash vest or swimsuit

At 22.9°C most swimmers and surfers are comfortable in a swimsuit or thin rash top.

Surf & watersports

Warm summer-Mediterranean range. A UV-rated rash vest adds sun protection without restricting your stroke. Children and slim swimmers may prefer a thin 1.5mm shorty for sessions over 45 minutes.

Open-water swimming

Comfortable for unlimited swim duration; rash vest cuts UV and chafing.

Recommendation tuned for Leblon's current water temperature. Individual tolerance, wind chill, and session length all matter — when in doubt, size up.

Quick answer

Can I swim at Leblon today?

The sea is currently 22.9°C — good swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find it pleasant.

Key takeaways

• Located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (Atlantic Ocean).
• Family friendly with calm, accessible water.
• Live data refreshed hourly from Open-Meteo Marine.

Monthly sea temperature averages

Tap any month to see what to expect — based on regional climatology.

Jan15°C Feb14°C Mar15°C Apr16°C May18°C Jun22°CBest Jul25°CBest Aug26°CBest Sep24°CBest Oct21°C Nov18°C Dec16°C

14°C → 26°C· Current month outlined· “Best” = within 2°C of the annual peak

Year-round sea temperature

Best swim months: Jun – Jul – Aug – Sep – Oct

Month	Sea	Comfort
Jan	15°C	Bracing
Feb	14°C	Bracing
Mar	15°C	Bracing
Apr	16°C	Bracing
May	18°C	Pleasant
Jun	22°C	Warm
Jul	25°C	Warm
Aug ⭐	26°C	Hot
Sep	24°C	Warm
Oct	21°C	Pleasant
Nov	18°C	Pleasant
Dec	16°C	Bracing

Can you swim here? — Leblon