South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom? If you're planning to go to South Wales, 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 South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

Based on the climate and weather in South Wales, the best time to go is August. See below for details.

Important essentials for South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance

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


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards can get worn. An unreadable vaccination card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.


  • 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 to use in crowded airports

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


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly product.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom by month

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January

January here can be very chilly and very rainy. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day. There is frost about half of the time. It rains about half of the time.

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February

February can be very chilly and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day. There is frost about half of the time. It rains about half of the time.

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March

March in this region is cold and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C) during the day. There is frost a bit less than half of the time. It rains about half of the time.

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April

April in this region is pretty cool and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C) during the day. There is frost once in a while. It rains about half of the time.

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May

May in South Wales is cool and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C). It tends to rain about half of the time.

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June

If you visit South Wales during June, you may notice that it is relatively cool and somewhat rainy. 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). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.

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July

In July, South Wales is balmy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 60s F (high 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 50s F (low 10s C). This is also a rainy time for South Wales, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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August

August in South Wales is balmy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 10s C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.

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September

September in this region is cool and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (mid 10s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

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October

October in this region can be brisk and very rainy. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

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November

If you vacation in South Wales during November, you may notice that it is pretty cool and very rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 40s F (single digits C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time. There is frost sometimes.

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December

Traveling to South Wales in December, you will notice that it is cold and very rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 40s F (single digits C). There is frost about a third of the time.

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Activities for South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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

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