Praia de Ipanema Sea Water Temperature
A mild beach on the Río de la Plata, warmest around February at about 26.3°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Praia de Ipanema water temperature
Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Praia de Ipanema Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Praia de Ipanema occurs inJanuary, February, March, December — peaking at26.3°C (79.3°F) in February.
Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)
Hover a bar for detailsFull 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
| Month | Min Water Temp | Average Water Temp | Max Water Temp | Swimming Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.1°C | 25.8°C | 27.7°C | Warm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C) |
| February | 25°C | 26.3°C | 30.4°C | Warm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C) |
| March | 22.2°C | 25.2°C | 29°C | Warm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C) |
| April | 19.6°C | 22.7°C | 25.3°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| May | 16.5°C | 19.3°C | 21.6°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| June | 14°C | 16.6°C | 19.8°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| July | 11.9°C | 15.2°C | 18.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| August | 13.1°C | 15.8°C | 19.9°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 14.6°C | 17.5°C | 21.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| October | 16.9°C | 19.7°C | 22.2°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| November | 19.8°C | 22.5°C | 25°C | Comfortable (20°C – 24°C) |
| December | 22.8°C | 24.3°C | 26°C | Warm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Praia de Ipanema
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Praia de Ipanema today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Praia de Ipanema this time of year is 17.5°C (63.5°F) — classified as Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C). Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing. Live readings load automatically.
What are the warmest months for swimming in Praia de Ipanema?
The highest water temperatures in Praia de Ipanema typically occur duringJanuary, February, March, December, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Praia de Ipanema in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Praia de Ipanema average around17.5°C (63.5°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 14.6°C and a maximum of 21.4°C.