Nova Friburgo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Nova Friburgo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil? If you're planning to go to Nova Friburgo, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Nova Friburgo
- Important essentials for Nova Friburgo
- Activities for Nova Friburgo
- Nova Friburgo in January: weather and what to pack
- Nova Friburgo in February: weather and what to pack
- Nova Friburgo in March: weather and what to pack
- Nova Friburgo in April: weather and what to pack
- Nova Friburgo in May: weather and what to pack
- Nova Friburgo in June: weather and what to pack
- Nova Friburgo in July: weather and what to pack
- Nova Friburgo in August: weather and what to pack
- Nova Friburgo in September: weather and what to pack
- Nova Friburgo in October: weather and what to pack
- Nova Friburgo in November: weather and what to pack
- Nova Friburgo 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 Nova Friburgo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Based on the climate and weather in Nova Friburgo, the best time to go is March. See below for details.
Important essentials for Nova Friburgo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Nova Friburgo, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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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).
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards frequently wear away. An unreadable card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly choice.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection available.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some rural areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a superb option.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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For families with young children
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and N. This one should be sufficient for most places, but check with your hotel.
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Airplane or car necessities
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Nova Friburgo. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some more rural areas you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone.
What to wear/what to pack for Nova Friburgo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil by month
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January
January here is hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sandals
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Light skirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Extra socks
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Bug repellent
February
If you are traveling to Nova Friburgo in February, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Sunscreen lotion
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Extra socks
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Light skirts
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Bug repellent
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Sandals
March
March here is hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sandals
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Extra socks
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Bug repellent
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Light skirts
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sunscreen lotion
April
Traveling to Nova Friburgo in April, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Sunscreen lotion
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Bug repellent
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light skirts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Extra socks
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Sandals
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Breathable footwear or sandals
May
If you vacation in Nova Friburgo during May, you are likely to find that it is warm. 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 (low 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Extra socks
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Light skirts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Sandals
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Bug repellent
June
June for Nova Friburgo is balmy. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Extra socks
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Sunscreen lotion
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Light skirts
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Bug repellent
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Sandals
July
July in Nova Friburgo is balmy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
August
Traveling to Nova Friburgo in August, you will notice that it is mild. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Extra socks
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Bug repellent
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light skirts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sandals
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Sunscreen lotion
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
September
If you vacation in Nova Friburgo during September, you are likely to see that it is a perfect temperature. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 50s F (low 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light skirts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Sandals
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Extra socks
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Sunscreen lotion
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Bug repellent
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Short pants or heavy shorts
October
October in this region is warm. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Light skirts
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Bug repellent
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Sandals
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Extra socks
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Sunscreen lotion
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Long and short sleeve shirts
November
If you vacation in Nova Friburgo during November, you might find that it is a perfect temperature. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (mid 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Light skirts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Sunscreen lotion
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sandals
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Extra socks
December
Traveling to Nova Friburgo in December, you will notice that it is warm. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light skirts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Extra socks
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Sunscreen lotion
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Breathable footwear or sandals
Activities for Nova Friburgo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Nova Friburgo.
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