Portola Valley, California, United States of America: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Portola Valley, California, United States of America? If you're planning to go to Portola Valley, we have 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 Portola Valley, California, United States of America

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

Important essentials for Portola Valley, California, United States of America

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Portola Valley, 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.


  • Hand sanitizer

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


  • 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).


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of protection available.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may wear away. An unreadable vaccine card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • 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

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Portola Valley, California, United States of America by month

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January

January in Portola Valley can be chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 30s F (single digits C).

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February

February for Portola Valley is chilly. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day. It rains regularly.

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March

If you visit Portola Valley during March, you will probably 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 low 40s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about a third of the time.

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April

Traveling to Portola Valley in April, you will notice that it is chilly. Expect it to rain occasionally. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (high 10s C).

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May

If you visit Portola Valley during May, you are likely to find that it is relatively cool. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 40s F (single digits C).

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June

If you vacation in Portola Valley during June, you may find that it is mild and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C).

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July

July in Portola Valley is balmy and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (low 20s C) during the day.

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August

Traveling to Portola Valley in August, you will notice that it is balmy and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).

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September

If you visit Portola Valley during September, you may notice that it is balmy and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C).

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October

October here is mild. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C) during the day.

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November

If you visit Portola Valley during November, you might 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 40s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain sometimes.

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December

December in Portola Valley is relatively cool. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 30s F (single digits C).

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