Olinda, Pernambuco, Brazil: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Olinda, Pernambuco, Brazil? If you're planning to go to Olinda, we've got 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 Olinda, Pernambuco, Brazil

Based on the climate and weather in Olinda, the best time to go is December. See below for details.

Important essentials for Olinda, Pernambuco, Brazil

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

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards frequently become worn. An unreadable card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly option.


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans


  • Kids' KN95 masks

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

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Olinda, Pernambuco, Brazil by month

Already know when you're traveling?

January

Traveling to Olinda in January, you will notice that it is constantly hot. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you intend to check out the lovely Igreja Nossa Senhora do Carmo, it's worthwhile to wear modest clothing:

If you go to the Contemporary Art Museum of Pernambuco, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

February

February can be sweltering. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about a third of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you intend to check out the lovely Igreja Nossa Senhora do Carmo, it's worthwhile to wear modest clothing:

If you go to the Contemporary Art Museum of Pernambuco, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

March

March in Olinda can be sweltering. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 70s F (mid 20s C) to 80s F (low 30s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you intend to check out the lovely Igreja Nossa Senhora do Carmo, it's worthwhile to wear modest clothing:

If you go to the Contemporary Art Museum of Pernambuco, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

April

If you vacation in Olinda during April, you will probably see that it is constantly hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally around 70 during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you intend to check out the lovely Igreja Nossa Senhora do Carmo, it's worthwhile to wear modest clothing:

If you go to the Contemporary Art Museum of Pernambuco, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

May

If you vacation in Olinda during May, you will probably find that it is hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you intend to check out the lovely Igreja Nossa Senhora do Carmo, it's worthwhile to wear modest clothing:

If you go to the Contemporary Art Museum of Pernambuco, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

June

If you visit Olinda during June, you may see that it is hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain most days.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you intend to check out the lovely Igreja Nossa Senhora do Carmo, it's worthwhile to wear modest clothing:

If you go to the Contemporary Art Museum of Pernambuco, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

July

If you visit Olinda during July, you are likely to notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain most days.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you intend to check out the lovely Igreja Nossa Senhora do Carmo, it's worthwhile to wear modest clothing:

If you go to the Contemporary Art Museum of Pernambuco, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

August

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

What to wear/what to pack:

If you intend to check out the lovely Igreja Nossa Senhora do Carmo, it's worthwhile to wear modest clothing:

If you go to the Contemporary Art Museum of Pernambuco, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

September

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

What to wear/what to pack:

If you intend to check out the lovely Igreja Nossa Senhora do Carmo, it's worthwhile to wear modest clothing:

If you go to the Contemporary Art Museum of Pernambuco, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

October

If you visit Olinda during October, you are likely to find that it is extremely warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about a third of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you intend to check out the lovely Igreja Nossa Senhora do Carmo, it's worthwhile to wear modest clothing:

If you go to the Contemporary Art Museum of Pernambuco, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

November

If you vacation in Olinda during November, you are likely to find that it is extremely hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you intend to check out the lovely Igreja Nossa Senhora do Carmo, it's worthwhile to wear modest clothing:

If you go to the Contemporary Art Museum of Pernambuco, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

December

Traveling to Olinda in December, you will notice that it can be sweltering. Expect it to rain sometimes. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you intend to check out the lovely Igreja Nossa Senhora do Carmo, it's worthwhile to wear modest clothing:

If you go to the Contemporary Art Museum of Pernambuco, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

Activities for Olinda, Pernambuco, Brazil

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Olinda.

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