Rio de Janeiro, Brasil

Ipanema

Situated in the southern region of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, lies the famous Ipanema beach. Its pristine soft white sand is deemed as one of the primary attractions in Rio and has been a hub for tourists since 1960, when it gained recognition worldwide from the famous melody "The Girl from Ipanema".

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Ipanema Beach, known as the 'miniature Paris' of Rio, by exploring accommodation options nearby.

Furthermore, Ipanema beach holds the reputation of being the "miniature Paris" of the city, offering exceptional avant-garde galleries, bookstores, and movie theaters. This well-visited location caters to individuals who revel in popular holiday destinations and yearn for an immersive cultural experience.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the clean beach with plenty of activities and shopping available, as well as stunningly beautiful views. However, visitors should beware of scammers who may try to sell fake goods. Some reviewers also noted that there wasn't a strong police presence on the beach.

Where to Stay near Ipanema?

Most visitors to Ipanema stay in the neighborhood itself, which is renowned for its vibrant culture and proximity to the famous beach. Many accommodations are within walking distance, allowing tourists to easily enjoy both the pristine sands and the cultural attractions like galleries and theaters.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Ipanema?

Latitude: -22.9847 / Longitude: -43.1986

Ipanema is located in Rio de Janeiro. The following map of Ipanema shows the exact location.

Ipanema: Weather Today

📅 Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Today is unfortunately not a suitable day for a visit to Ipanema, as the weather is quite unsettled and dominated by heavy showers. With constant rain likely throughout your time outdoors, beach activities are best postponed. If you find yourself near the shoreline, expect choppy conditions with agitated waves that are not ideal for swimming or relaxing. Strong, sudden bursts of wind will also make staying comfortable on the sand challenging. While the air temperature will reach 26.4 °C and the water temperature sits at 23.3 °C, the lack of sunshine and persistent rainfall make the water and sand uninviting. If the clouds happen to break, please be mindful that the UV Index is 7.2, so sun protection is still necessary despite the gloom.
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Air

Low / High20.2°C/26.4°C
Feels Like (High)30.4°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature23.3 °C
Wave Height1.4 m
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Rain

Rain Chance100%
Rainfall18.9 mm
Rain Duration13 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:03/17:42
Sunshine Hours8.9 hrs
UV Index7.2
Cloud Cover79%
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Wind

Speed18 km/h
Gusts51.8 km/h
DirectionSW

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