Serra dos Órgãos National Park, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Serra dos Órgãos National Park, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil? If you're planning to go to Serra dos Órgãos National Park, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Serra dos Órgãos National Park
- Important essentials for Serra dos Órgãos National Park
- Activities for Serra dos Órgãos National Park
- Serra dos Órgãos National Park in January: weather and what to pack
- Serra dos Órgãos National Park in February: weather and what to pack
- Serra dos Órgãos National Park in March: weather and what to pack
- Serra dos Órgãos National Park in April: weather and what to pack
- Serra dos Órgãos National Park in May: weather and what to pack
- Serra dos Órgãos National Park in June: weather and what to pack
- Serra dos Órgãos National Park in July: weather and what to pack
- Serra dos Órgãos National Park in August: weather and what to pack
- Serra dos Órgãos National Park in September: weather and what to pack
- Serra dos Órgãos National Park in October: weather and what to pack
- Serra dos Órgãos National Park in November: weather and what to pack
- Serra dos Órgãos National Park 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 Serra dos Órgãos National Park, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Based on the climate and weather in Serra dos Órgãos National Park, the best time to go is February. See below for details.
Important essentials for Serra dos Órgãos National Park, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Serra dos Órgãos National Park, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
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Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage
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(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
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards frequently get worn. An unreadable card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
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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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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is a good TSA-friendly option.
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N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection available.
General health necessities
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Emergency water purifier
Some areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to have an emergency water purifier like this one.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a superb kit.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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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 N. This one works in most countries, but you may want to check with your hotel.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Airplane or car necessities
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For families with young children
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Serra dos Órgãos National Park. 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 Serra dos Órgãos National Park, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January is a perfect temperature, somewhat rainy and very hazy. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
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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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Sandals
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Extra socks
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Bug repellent
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Light skirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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A rain poncho to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants can be vital 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 stay dry. We like:
February
If you visit Serra dos Órgãos National Park during February, you are likely to find that it is pretty consistently hot and very hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (mid 10s 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:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Sunscreen lotion
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Light skirts
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Sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Bug repellent
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Extra socks
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A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants can be vital in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We recommend:
March
If you vacation in Serra dos Órgãos National Park during March, you will probably find that it is warm and very hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (mid 10s 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:
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Extra socks
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Bug repellent
-
Sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Light skirts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants will be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We recommend:
April
If you go to Serra dos Órgãos National Park in April, you will notice that it is warm and very hazy. Expect it to rain regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion
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Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Light skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We recommend:
May
If you are traveling to Serra dos Órgãos National Park in May, you will notice that it is mild and very hazy. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion
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Bug repellent
-
Light skirts
-
Sandals
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants can be vital in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is a great choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We recommend:
June
June is balmy and very hazy. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (low 20s C) during the day. It rains occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light and heavy skirts
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Standard footwear
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Extra socks
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
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Light jacket or fleece
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Dresses
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Pants or jeans
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A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants are a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We like:
July
Traveling to Serra dos Órgãos National Park in July, you will notice that it is balmy and very hazy. Expect it to rain occasionally. Daytime temperatures are in the high 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Pants or jeans
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Extra socks
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Standard footwear
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Dresses
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We like:
August
If you vacation in Serra dos Órgãos National Park during August, you may see that it is mild and very hazy. 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). 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:
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Bug repellent
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Extra socks
-
Light skirts
-
Sandals
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We recommend:
September
If you visit Serra dos Órgãos National Park during September, you might notice that it is mild, somewhat rainy and very hazy. 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). 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:
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Light skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Extra socks
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We suggest:
October
If you visit Serra dos Órgãos National Park during October, you might find that it is balmy, somewhat rainy and very hazy. 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). 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:
-
Light skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We like:
November
In November, Serra dos Órgãos National Park is a perfect temperature, somewhat rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures routinely are in the 70s F (mid 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Serra dos Órgãos National Park, with several of the days of the month having rain. In November, humidity reaches as high as 70%.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light skirts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Extra socks
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Sandals
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We recommend:
December
In December, Serra dos Órgãos National Park is a perfect temperature, somewhat rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) and once in a while jump into the low 90s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 50s F (mid 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Serra dos Órgãos National Park, with several of the days of the month having rain. In December, humidity reaches as high as 70%.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Bug repellent
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Sandals
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We like:
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