february is one of rio de janeiro's hottest months, perfect for any north american or european travelers looking to escape the frigid winter months of their home countries.

average temperatures range from 24 degrees celsius (75 degrees fahrenheit) to approximately 27 degrees celsius, or 85 degrees fahrenheit. - the weather in this month is relatively similar to january in terms of the temperature, although the rainy days in february are less frequent. 

february is also synonymous with carnival in all of brazil, but especially in rio de janeiro, when the city puts on the largest, arguably most exciting festival to be seen all year in all of latin america.