Anambas, Indonesia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Anambas, Indonesia? If you're planning to go to Anambas, we have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Anambas
- Important essentials for Anambas
- Activities for Anambas
- Anambas in January: weather and what to pack
- Anambas in February: weather and what to pack
- Anambas in March: weather and what to pack
- Anambas in April: weather and what to pack
- Anambas in May: weather and what to pack
- Anambas in June: weather and what to pack
- Anambas in July: weather and what to pack
- Anambas in August: weather and what to pack
- Anambas in September: weather and what to pack
- Anambas in October: weather and what to pack
- Anambas in November: weather and what to pack
- Anambas 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 Anambas, Indonesia
Based on the climate and weather in Anambas, the best time to go is August. See below for details.
Important essentials for Anambas, Indonesia
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Anambas, 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 card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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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 an excellent plane-friendly option.
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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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection available.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas of this country 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 good option.
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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 F. This one works in most places, but you may want to check with your hotel.
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Airplane or car necessities
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Anambas. 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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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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For families with young children
What to wear/what to pack for Anambas, Indonesia by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
Traveling to Anambas in January, you will notice that it is hot, somewhat rainy and very hazy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light skirts
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Bug repellent
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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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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Extra socks
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Sandals
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
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A rain jacket to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants are vital in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We like:
February
February is hot, somewhat rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Sunglasses
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Insulated water bottle
Our fave also removes dangerous contaminants:
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
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Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
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If you're going to the beach
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A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants will be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We suggest:
March
March in Anambas is hot and somewhat hazy. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against the sun:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We suggest:
April
If you go to Anambas in April, you will notice that it is constantly hot. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We recommend:
May
If you vacation in Anambas during May, you will probably see that it is really hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 80s F (high 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% 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:
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We recommend:
June
If you vacation in Anambas during June, you will probably see that it is consistently hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 80s F (high 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% 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:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also removes dangerous contaminants:
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against skin damage:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We recommend:
July
July in this region can be sweltering and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We like:
August
If you are traveling to Anambas in August, you will notice that it is consistently hot and somewhat hazy. Expect it to rain regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also filters contaminants:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We recommend:
September
If you vacation in Anambas during September, you may find that it can be sweltering, somewhat rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also filters contaminants:
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We recommend:
October
October in Anambas is constantly hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also removes dangerous contaminants:
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We like:
November
November is extremely warm and very rainy. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from the sun:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Bug repellent
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We recommend:
December
If you vacation in Anambas during December, you may notice that it is hot, very rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 80 and 90% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Extra socks
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Light skirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We recommend:
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