São Sebastião, São Paulo, Brazil: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to São Sebastião, São Paulo, Brazil? If you're planning to go to São Sebastião, I have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to São Sebastião
- Important essentials for São Sebastião
- Activities for São Sebastião
- São Sebastião in January: weather and what to pack
- São Sebastião in February: weather and what to pack
- São Sebastião in March: weather and what to pack
- São Sebastião in April: weather and what to pack
- São Sebastião in May: weather and what to pack
- São Sebastião in June: weather and what to pack
- São Sebastião in July: weather and what to pack
- São Sebastião in August: weather and what to pack
- São Sebastião in September: weather and what to pack
- São Sebastião in October: weather and what to pack
- São Sebastião in November: weather and what to pack
- São Sebastião 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 São Sebastião, São Paulo, Brazil
Based on the climate and weather in São Sebastião, the best time to go is October. See below for details.
Important essentials for São Sebastião, São Paulo, Brazil
Here are some general tips on what to wear in São Sebastião, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly choice.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection available.
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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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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may wear away. An unreadable card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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(U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.
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General health necessities
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Emergency water purifier
Some areas of this country may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to take an emergency water purifier like this one.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a good option.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and N. This one should work in most places, but check with your hotel.
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Airplane or car necessities
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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For families with young children
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in São Sebastião. 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.
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Luggage protection
Theft can be a problem, so lock your luggage. We recommend this lock.
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Money/passport pouch
Pickpocketing is an issue here, so wear a money pouch.
What to wear/what to pack for São Sebastião, São Paulo, Brazil by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January for São Sebastião is consistently hot. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
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Skirts
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Loose-fit shorts
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
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Sunglasses
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Waterproof sandals
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Bug repellent
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If you're going to the beach
February
If you vacation in São Sebastião during February, you might find that it can be very hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Bug repellent
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Skirts
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Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
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Waterproof sandals
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If you're going to the beach
March
If you vacation in São Sebastião during March, you will probably find 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 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
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Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
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Sunglasses
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
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Loose-fit shorts
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Waterproof sandals
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Bug repellent
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Skirts
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If you're going to the beach
April
April is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sandals
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light skirts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion
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Extra socks
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
May
May in this region is warm. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Extra socks
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Light skirts
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Sandals
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
June
If you are traveling to São Sebastião in June, you will notice that it is warm. Daytime temperatures are in the 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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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Extra socks
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Bug repellent
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Sandals
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Sunscreen lotion
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Light skirts
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
July
If you visit São Sebastião during July, you may notice that it is warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 40s F (single digits 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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Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light skirts
-
Sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Sunscreen lotion
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
August
If you go to São Sebastião in August, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion
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Light skirts
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
September
If you visit São Sebastião during September, you may find 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 50s F (low 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Bug repellent
-
Extra socks
-
Light skirts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
October
October in this region is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Sunscreen lotion
-
Extra socks
-
Bug repellent
-
Light skirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
November
November in this region 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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Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
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If you're going to the beach
December
Traveling to São Sebastião in December, 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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Loose-fit shorts
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Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
-
If you're going to the beach
Activities for São Sebastião, São Paulo, Brazil
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for São Sebastião.
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