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Brazil Rio de Janeiro South Mission

LanguagePortuguese
Local time—
Mission leadersRodnei J. Cindy Paz
Nearest templeRio de Janeiro Brazil TempleIn or near Rio de Janeiro
Climate64–86°F / 18–30°C
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The Brazil Rio de Janeiro South Mission is one of 40 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Brazil, centered on Rio de Janeiro. Below you’ll find tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.

At a glance

  • Organized28 June 2018
  • Mission leadersRodnei J. Cindy Paz began serving around July 2024, according to the Church Newsroom.
  • LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in Portuguese; your call letter tells you your exact language.
  • Nearest templeThe nearest operating temple is the Rio de Janeiro Brazil Temple, in the mission area.
  • WeatherNear Rio de Janeiro, the warmest month is usually February (average high about 86°F / 30°C) and the coolest is July (average low about 64°F / 18°C), with roughly 846 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are January and March.
  • The Church hereBrazil has about 1,573,360 Church members.

This is an unofficial family guide, not affiliated with the Church; always follow your call packet and the Missionary Portal.

Mission office

Address & phone

We haven’t verified this mission’s office address, phone or email yet — use the contacts in your call packet or the Missionary Portal. as of October 8, 2026

Mission leaders

Who leads the mission

Rodnei J. Cindy Paz

Serving since July 2024 · new leaders expected July 2027

Source: Church Newsroom 2024 · as of October 8, 2026

Letters & packages

How to send letters & packages

Brazil's customs taxes on international packages are high and delays long; many families avoid packages or send only small items after asking the mission office.

  • Your missionary can email weekly on P-day (preparation day: their weekly day for errands, letters and rest); letters and packages are optional extras.
  • Confirm the current mailing address with the mission office or the call packet before sending — offices move.
  • Small, padded envelopes usually travel faster and cheaper than boxes; declare contents honestly and avoid restricted items.

Letters & packages guide →

Weather & climate

Seasons, rain & live weather
Live weather loads here.

Profile: temperate · about 846 mm of rain a year · wettest months: Jan, Mar.

Monthly averages
Avg highAvg lowRain
Jan86°F / 30°C75°F / 24°C133 mm
Feb86°F / 30°C75°F / 24°C117 mm
Mar85°F / 29°C74°F / 23°C133 mm
Apr82°F / 28°C71°F / 22°C78 mm
May79°F / 26°C67°F / 20°C61 mm
Jun77°F / 25°C65°F / 18°C37 mm
Jul76°F / 25°C64°F / 18°C38 mm
Aug77°F / 25°C64°F / 18°C61 mm
Sep80°F / 26°C67°F / 19°C54 mm
Oct80°F / 27°C69°F / 21°C86 mm
Nov81°F / 27°C70°F / 21°C128 mm
Dec84°F / 29°C72°F / 22°C133 mm

Monthly averages computed from Open-Meteo historical weather data (2016–2025, ERA5 reanalysis) for a ~1° grid cell near the mission city. Approximate; local altitude and coast effects vary.

Language

What you’ll speak

Portuguese

Portuguese has nasal vowels (ão, em, im) and many vowel sounds. Brazilian Portuguese is more open and sing-song; European/African Portuguese swallows unstressed vowels. "Você" is the common "you" in Brazil; "o senhor / a senhora" is respectful.

Assignments can include other languages; your call letter states your language.

Nearby temples

Closest temples & distances

The Church in Brazil

Members & congregations
Official Languages
Portuguese (Brazil)
Church Membership
1,573,360
Congregations
2,008 (1,650 Wards, 358 Branches)
Number of Missions
37
Operating Temples
11

Newsroom Facts & Statistics · updated Fri Mar 06 2026

Practical

Time zone, currency, calling code
Time zone
America/Sao_Paulo
Currency
BRL
Country code
+55
U.S. travel advisory
Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution as of 2026-10-08
Organized
28 June 2018

Culture & food

Customs & local food
  • Brazilians are warm and physical: hugs and cheek kisses are common.
  • Use first names and smile a lot.
  • "Tudo bem?" is the go-to greeting.

Foods: Feijoada, Arroz e feijão, Pão de queijo, Açaí, Brigadeiros

Common questions

Quick answers

Who is the mission president of the Brazil Rio de Janeiro South Mission?

The mission leaders are Rodnei J. Cindy Paz, who began serving around July 2024, as announced by the Church Newsroom. Mission leaders usually serve about three years, so new leaders are expected around July 2027.

How do I send a package to a missionary in the Brazil Rio de Janeiro South Mission?

Brazil's customs taxes on international packages are high and delays long; many families avoid packages or send only small items after asking the mission office. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.

What language do missionaries speak in the Brazil Rio de Janeiro South Mission?

Most missionaries here serve in Portuguese. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.

What is the weather like in the Brazil Rio de Janeiro South Mission?

Near Rio de Janeiro, the warmest month is usually February (average high about 86°F / 30°C) and the coolest is July (average low about 64°F / 18°C), with roughly 846 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are January and March. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.

What temples are near the Brazil Rio de Janeiro South Mission?

Operating temples nearby include Rio de Janeiro Brazil Temple, Belo Horizonte Brazil Temple (about 341 km) and São Paulo Brazil Temple (about 360 km).

When was the Brazil Rio de Janeiro South Mission organized?

The mission was organized on 28 June 2018.

Other missions in Brazil

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