5
High
Extreme Heat Risk in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Risk Level: High — Score 5/10
Risk: 5Historical: 2
Key Risk Factors
- Moderate risk rating for Rio de Janeiro based on ThinkHazard (Extreme heat)
- 2 events on record in proximity
Peak season: June-September
Last significant event: Extreme Cold - Southeastern Brazil (2021-08-27)
Highest Risk Cities for Extreme Heats
Rio de Janeiro is not in the top 10 for extreme heat risk among tracked cities.
How Rio de Janeiro Compares
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Notable Extreme Heat Events Near Rio de Janeiro
Extreme Cold - Southern Brazil
June 21, 2021 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Extreme Cold - Southeastern Brazil
August 26, 2021 — WARNING
Impact data not available
Extreme Heat Preparedness Tips
- 1.Stay hydrated — drink water regularly even if you don’t feel thirsty
- 2.Avoid outdoor activities during peak heat hours (10 AM – 4 PM)
- 3.Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke
- 4.Check on elderly neighbors and those without air conditioning
- 5.Never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle
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Score: 1/10
Wildfire Risk in Rio de Janeiro
Score: 9/10
Hurricane Risk in Rio de Janeiro
Score: 0/10
Flood Risk in Rio de Janeiro
Score: 3/10
Tornado Risk in Rio de Janeiro
Score: 0/10
Winter Storm Risk in Rio de Janeiro
Score: 0/10
Landslide Risk in Rio de Janeiro
Score: 1/10
Drought Risk in Rio de Janeiro
Score: 3/10
High Wind Risk in Rio de Janeiro
Score: 0/10
Tsunami Risk in Rio de Janeiro
Score: 0/10
Extreme Heat Risk in Sao Paulo, Brazil
Score: 5/10
Extreme Heat Risk in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Score: 0/10
Extreme Heat Risk in Santiago, Chile
Score: 9/10
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