Trinidad, Uruguay: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Trinidad, Uruguay? If you're planning to go to Trinidad, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Trinidad
- Important essentials for Trinidad
- Activities for Trinidad
- Trinidad in January: weather and what to pack
- Trinidad in February: weather and what to pack
- Trinidad in March: weather and what to pack
- Trinidad in April: weather and what to pack
- Trinidad in May: weather and what to pack
- Trinidad in June: weather and what to pack
- Trinidad in July: weather and what to pack
- Trinidad in August: weather and what to pack
- Trinidad in September: weather and what to pack
- Trinidad in October: weather and what to pack
- Trinidad in November: weather and what to pack
- Trinidad 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 Trinidad, Uruguay
Based on the climate and weather in Trinidad, the best time to go is December. See below for details.
Important essentials for Trinidad, Uruguay
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Trinidad, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards frequently wear away. An unreadable vaccine card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection you can 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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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is a good TSA-friendly product.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some rural areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a great one.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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For families with young children
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C, F and L. This one should be appropriate for most places, but you should check with your hotel.
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Trinidad. 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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Airplane or car necessities
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
What to wear/what to pack for Trinidad, Uruguay by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you visit Trinidad during January, you are likely to notice 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 low 60s F (mid 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Waterproof sandals
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Sunglasses
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
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Insulated water bottle
Our fave also cleans contaminants:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Skirts
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A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants can be vital in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We like:
If you go to the Museo Departamental, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
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Comfy walking shoes
February
February in Trinidad is hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) to low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Extra socks
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Light skirts
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Sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Sunscreen lotion
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A rain coat to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants can be a lifesaver in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We like:
If you go to the Museo Departamental, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
March
Traveling to Trinidad in March, you will notice that it is warm. Expect it to rain once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sandals
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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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Extra socks
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Bug repellent
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light skirts
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants will be vital in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is a great choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We suggest:
If you go to the Museo Departamental, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
April
April in Trinidad is mild. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Extra socks
-
Bug repellent
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sandals
-
Light skirts
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We recommend:
If you go to the Museo Departamental, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
May
May for Trinidad is balmy. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It rains once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light jacket or fleece
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Standard footwear
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Extra socks
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Pants or jeans
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
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Dresses
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Light and heavy skirts
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We like:
If you go to the Museo Departamental, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
June
June here is cool. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It rains once in a while.
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
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Dresses
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Pants or jeans
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We like:
If you go to the Museo Departamental, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
July
July in Trinidad is relatively cool. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C), with a few days below 32 F (single digits C). It tends to rain sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Dresses
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Standard footwear
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Pants or jeans
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Extra socks
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We recommend:
If you go to the Museo Departamental, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
August
August in Trinidad can be chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 40s F (single digits C). It tends to rain occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Extra socks
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Light and heavy skirts
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Pants or jeans
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Standard footwear
-
Dresses
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We suggest:
If you go to the Museo Departamental, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
September
If you visit Trinidad during September, you may see that it can be chilly. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 40s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Extra socks
-
Standard footwear
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Dresses
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Pants or jeans
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We like:
If you go to the Museo Departamental, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
October
Traveling to Trinidad in October, you will notice that it is mild. Expect it to rain once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the high 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Standard footwear
-
Extra socks
-
Pants or jeans
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Dresses
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We suggest:
If you go to the Museo Departamental, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
November
If you vacation in Trinidad during November, you might notice that it is a perfect temperature. 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). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Extra socks
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Light skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We recommend:
If you go to the Museo Departamental, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
December
December in this region is hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Sandals
-
Light skirts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Extra socks
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We recommend:
If you go to the Museo Departamental, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
Activities for Trinidad, Uruguay
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Trinidad.
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