Alcobaça, Portugal: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Alcobaça, Portugal? If you're planning to go to Alcobaça, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Alcobaça
- Important essentials for Alcobaça
- Activities for Alcobaça
- Alcobaça in January: weather and what to pack
- Alcobaça in February: weather and what to pack
- Alcobaça in March: weather and what to pack
- Alcobaça in April: weather and what to pack
- Alcobaça in May: weather and what to pack
- Alcobaça in June: weather and what to pack
- Alcobaça in July: weather and what to pack
- Alcobaça in August: weather and what to pack
- Alcobaça in September: weather and what to pack
- Alcobaça in October: weather and what to pack
- Alcobaça in November: weather and what to pack
- Alcobaça in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Alcobaça, Portugal
Based on the climate and weather in Alcobaça, the best time to go is July. See below for details.
Important essentials for Alcobaça, Portugal
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Alcobaça, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection available.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly option.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards frequently get worn. An unreadable card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas of this country may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a great choice.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Alcobaça. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. This one should work in most locations, but you should check with your hotel.
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Airplane or car necessities
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For families with young children
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
What to wear/what to pack for Alcobaça, Portugal by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
Traveling to Alcobaça in January, you will notice that it is crisp. Expect it to rain sometimes. Daytime temperatures are in the 50s F (low 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Standard footwear
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Light jacket or fleece
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Dresses
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
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Pants or jeans
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Light and heavy skirts
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Extra socks
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A rain poncho to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
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Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is a great option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We recommend:
If you plan go to a monastery, like Alcobaça Monastery, take the following:
If you go to the Wine Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Comfy walking shoes
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
February
Traveling to Alcobaça in February, you will notice that it is relatively cool. Expect it to rain once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Dresses
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Pants or jeans
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Standard footwear
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Extra socks
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We recommend:
If you plan go to a monastery, like Alcobaça Monastery, take the following:
If you go to the Wine Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
March
March in this region is relatively cool. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day. It rains about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light and heavy skirts
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Dresses
-
Standard footwear
-
Pants or jeans
-
Extra socks
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We recommend:
If you plan go to a monastery, like Alcobaça Monastery, take the following:
If you go to the Wine Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
April
If you vacation in Alcobaça during April, you may find that it is cool. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (low 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Pants or jeans
-
Extra socks
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Dresses
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
If you plan go to a monastery, like Alcobaça Monastery, take the following:
If you go to the Wine Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
May
If you vacation in Alcobaça during May, you may find that it is chilly. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 50s F (low 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Extra socks
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Pants or jeans
-
Dresses
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We suggest:
If you plan go to a monastery, like Alcobaça Monastery, take the following:
If you go to the Wine Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
June
If you are traveling to Alcobaça in June, you will notice that it is balmy and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
If you plan go to a monastery, like Alcobaça Monastery, take the following:
If you go to the Wine Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
July
Traveling to Alcobaça in July, you will notice that it is balmy and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the high 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
If you plan go to a monastery, like Alcobaça Monastery, take the following:
If you go to the Wine Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
August
Traveling to Alcobaça in August, you will notice that it is mild and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
If you plan go to a monastery, like Alcobaça Monastery, take the following:
If you go to the Wine Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
September
Traveling to Alcobaça in September, you will notice that it is balmy and dry with little rain. Daytime temperatures are in the high 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Extra socks
-
Standard footwear
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Dresses
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Pants or jeans
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We like:
If you plan go to a monastery, like Alcobaça Monastery, take the following:
If you go to the Wine Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
October
If you go to Alcobaça in October, you will notice that it is mild. Expect it to rain once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Dresses
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Extra socks
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Pants or jeans
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We recommend:
If you plan go to a monastery, like Alcobaça Monastery, take the following:
If you go to the Wine Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
November
November is cool. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (mid 10s C) during the day. It rains once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Pants or jeans
-
Dresses
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Standard footwear
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Extra socks
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We recommend:
If you plan go to a monastery, like Alcobaça Monastery, take the following:
If you go to the Wine Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
December
If you vacation in Alcobaça during December, you will probably notice that it is chilly. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 40s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Pants or jeans
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Standard footwear
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Extra socks
-
Dresses
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We suggest:
If you plan go to a monastery, like Alcobaça Monastery, take the following:
If you go to the Wine Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
Activities for Alcobaça, Portugal
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Alcobaça.
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