Rio Negro Bridge
The Rio Negro Bridge is a cable-stayed bridge in the state of Amazonas. It is one of the most looked-up sights in Brazil.
Planning a visit
The best time to visit is between July and October, when rainfall is lowest, ranging from about 85 mm to 131 mm. During these months, daily highs are between 29 °C and 31 °C, while lows remain around 24 °C to 25 °C. The wettest months are from January to May, with rainfall reaching up to 291 mm and roughly 25 to 27 rainy days per month.
To reach the bridge, fly into Eduardo Gomes International Airport in Manaus, which is 10 km away. The site is 1,941 km from Brasília. While visiting, you can also see the Amazon Theatre, located 6.3 km away, or Mercado Adolpho Lisboa, which is 6.5 km from the bridge.
Weather by month
Temperatures stay much the same all year, around 27 °C on average. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 30 |
| Average low, °C | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 |
| Rainfall, mm | 291 | 286 | 290 | 283 | 248 | 131 | 87 | 85 | 101 | 118 | 182 | 254 |
| Rainy days | 25 | 24 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 22 | 16 | 12 | 13 | 17 | 18 | 26 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
