Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve, Niger: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
Traveling to Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve, Niger? If you're planning to go to Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve
- Important essentials for Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve
- Activities for Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve
- Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve in January: weather and what to pack
- Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve in February: weather and what to pack
- Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve in March: weather and what to pack
- Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve in April: weather and what to pack
- Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve in May: weather and what to pack
- Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve in June: weather and what to pack
- Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve in July: weather and what to pack
- Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve in August: weather and what to pack
- Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve in September: weather and what to pack
- Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve in October: weather and what to pack
- Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve in November: weather and what to pack
- Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve 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 Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve, Niger
Based on the climate and weather in Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve, the best time to go is December. See below for details.
Important essentials for Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve, Niger
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve, 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 may become worn. An unreadable vaccine card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly product.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some rural areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to take a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a excellent option.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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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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Airplane or car necessities
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Emergency phone
For this area, we suggest a good satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phoneHowever, in cities, a SIM card that works in Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve may be sufficient. A good global SIM card is this one, but check the details before buying.
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C, D, E and F. This one works in most countries, but you should check with your hotel.
What to wear/what to pack for Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve, Niger by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you vacation in Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve during January, you may notice that it is a perfect temperature, somewhat hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 50s F (low 10s C). Humidity is generally between 10 and 20% during the day.
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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Sandals
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Extra socks
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light skirts
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion
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Breathable footwear or sandals
February
If you are traveling to Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve in February, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot, somewhat hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Sunglasses
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Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
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Skirts
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Waterproof sandals
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Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also removes harmful contaminants:
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Bug repellent
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
March
Traveling to Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve in March, you will notice that it is constantly hot, somewhat hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
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Loose-fit shorts
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Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also cleans dangerous contaminants:
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Bug repellent
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Skirts
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Sunglasses
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Waterproof sandals
April
If you visit Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve during April, you are likely to find that it is sizzling, somewhat hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 100s F (high 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally around 10 during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Waterproof sandals
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Bug bite relief
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Bugs may be a problem here.
We recommend these bug repellents:
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
One of these:
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Thin tank or crop tops
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
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Light skirts
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Sarong
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Personal cooling fan
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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UV protecting pants
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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100% UV protection sunglasses
We suggest:
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Insulated water bottle
May
May in Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve is unbearably hot, very hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 100s F (low 40s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Waterproof sandals
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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100% UV protection sunglasses
We suggest:
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Sarong
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Light skirts
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
One of these:
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Bugs are an issue here.
We recommend these bug repellents:
-
Thin tank or crop tops
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Sun protecting pants/skirts
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
June
Traveling to Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve in June, you will notice that it can be blisteringly hot, very hazy and very dry. Daytime temperatures are in the 100s F (low 40s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
One of these:
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
-
Thin tank or crop tops
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
100% UV protection sunglasses
We suggest:
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Light skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bugs may be a problem here.
We recommend these bug repellents:
-
Sarong
-
UV protecting pants
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Rain poncho
A weatherproof rain poncho to wear over your coat will avoid travel headaches by protecting your nice jacket. We like this one.
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The stormy weather makes rubber rain boots essential. These boots are well-suited for stormy weather:
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An umbrella
This excellent one is made for storms.
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Waterproof luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. Even the best luggage can let moisture in. We suggest:
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Rain pants
Rain pants will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
July
If you are traveling to Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve in July, you will notice that it can be sizzling, somewhat hazy and very dry. Expect it to rain occasionally. Daytime temperatures are in the high 90s F (high 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are engineered for cooling and include UV protection.
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Cooling tank or crop tops
These are engineered for cooling:
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Personal cooling fan
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Sunglasses
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Skirts
Bug bite relief
-
Light linen shorts
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Don't forget bring extra, since these easily get wet or dirty.
-
UV protecting pants
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Bug repellent
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Waterproof sandals
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants can be essential in a storm.
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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 belongings don't get wet. We suggest:
August
August for Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve can be excruciatingly hot, somewhat stormy and very dry. Temperatures average in the high 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day. It rains sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are created to help you stay cool:
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Protecting pants/skirts
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Bug repellent
Bug bite relief
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are developed to keep you cool and include UV protection.
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Sunglasses
-
Light linen shorts
-
Skirts
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
It's important bring additional, as these get wet or dirty.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We recommend:
September
September here is scorchingly hot and very dry. Temperatures average in the high 90s F (high 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug bite relief
-
Bug repellent
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Protecting pants
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Skirts
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are developed for cooling and to provide UV protection.
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Light linen shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are specially designed to help you stay cool:
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Do bring extra, as these are likely to get wet or dirty.
-
Sunglasses
-
Rain poncho
A good rain poncho to wear over your coat will avoid travel headaches by protecting your nice coat. We like this one.
-
Rainy weather makes rubber rain boots essential. These boots are great for stormy weather:
-
An umbrella
This excellent one is made for storms.
-
Waterproof luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. Even the best suitcases can let moisture in. We recommend:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be vital in heavy rain.
October
October can be excruciatingly hot, somewhat hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the high 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light linen shorts
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
Bug bite relief
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Bug repellent
-
UV protecting pants
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Skirts
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are specially designed to help you stay cool:
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Don't forget bring extra, since these get wet or dirty.
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are engineered to cool you and to provide UV protection.
November
Traveling to Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve in November, you will notice that it is consistently hot, somewhat hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also removes dangerous contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
December
If you visit Air and Ténéré Natural Reserve during December, you will probably notice that it is pretty consistently hot, somewhat hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 50s F (mid 10s C). Humidity is generally between 10 and 20% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Light skirts
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