Costa Brava, Spain: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Costa Brava, Spain? If you're planning to go to Costa Brava, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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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 Costa Brava, Spain

Based on the climate and weather in Costa Brava, the best time to go is July. See below for details.

Important essentials for Costa Brava, Spain

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Costa Brava, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may wear out. An unreadable card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of protection available.


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly option.

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some rural areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to bring an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a superb value.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

What to wear/what to pack for Costa Brava, Spain by month

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January

January in Costa Brava is chilly. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day. There is frost about half of the time. It rains or snows sometimes.

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February

If you vacation in Costa Brava during February, you might find that it is crisp. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 30s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain sometimes. There is frost regularly.

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March

March in Costa Brava is crisp. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 60s F (mid 10s C).

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April

April in Costa Brava is chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C).

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May

If you vacation in Costa Brava during May, you might see that it is mild. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.

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June

June in Costa Brava is warm. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day. It rains once in a while.

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July

July for Costa Brava is pretty consistently hot and dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains sometimes.

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August

August in Costa Brava is hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) to 80s F (high 20s C).

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September

September in Costa Brava is warm. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day. It rains once in a while.

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October

October in Costa Brava is mild. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 50s F (mid 10s C) to low 60s F (low 20s C).

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November

November in Costa Brava is chilly. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C) to low 60s F (mid 10s C).

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December

December in Costa Brava is relatively cool. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 30s F (single digits C). There is frost regularly.

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