Bathinda, India: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Bathinda, India? If you're planning to go to Bathinda, I've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Bathinda
- Important essentials for Bathinda
- Activities for Bathinda
- Bathinda in January: weather and what to pack
- Bathinda in February: weather and what to pack
- Bathinda in March: weather and what to pack
- Bathinda in April: weather and what to pack
- Bathinda in May: weather and what to pack
- Bathinda in June: weather and what to pack
- Bathinda in July: weather and what to pack
- Bathinda in August: weather and what to pack
- Bathinda in September: weather and what to pack
- Bathinda in October: weather and what to pack
- Bathinda in November: weather and what to pack
- Bathinda 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 Bathinda, India
Based on the climate and weather in Bathinda, the best time to go is March. See below for details.
Important essentials for Bathinda, India
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Bathinda, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
Travel insurance
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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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).
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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 a good plane-friendly product.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can get worn. An unreadable vaccination card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some rural areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to have a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a good choice.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Bathinda. 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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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C, D and M. This one should be sufficient for most areas, but you should check with your hotel.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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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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For families with young children
What to wear/what to pack for Bathinda, India by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January in Bathinda is balmy and very dry with almost no rain. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C). There is frost sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
February
February here is a perfect temperature and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Extra socks
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Sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Light skirts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Bug repellent
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
March
March is hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also cleans contaminants:
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Sunglasses
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against the sun:
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Bug repellent
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Skirts
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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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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
April
April for Bathinda is unbearably hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light linen shorts
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Insulated water bottle
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Bug repellent
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
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Waterproof sandals
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are developed for cooling and include UV protection.
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Personal cooling fan
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Thin short sleeve shirts
It's important pack extra, since these often get wet or dirty.
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Sunglasses
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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Cooling tank or crop tops
These are created for cooling:
Bug bite relief
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Skirts
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UV protecting legwear
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
May
May is sweltering 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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Sarong
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Waterproof sandals
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Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
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Protecting pants/skirts
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Bugs are a problem here.
We recommend these bug repellents:
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Light skirts
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
One of these:
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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Thin tank or crop tops
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100% UV protection sunglasses
We suggest:
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Personal cooling fan
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Insulated water bottle
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Bug bite relief
June
June in Bathinda is sizzling and dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the high 100s F (low 40s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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UV protecting pants/skirts
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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Waterproof sandals
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Light skirts
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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 the sun:
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Insulated water bottle
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
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Sarong
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Bugs have been a problem here.
We recommend these bug repellents:
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Personal cooling fan
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
One of these:
July
July here can be blisteringly hot. Temperatures average in the high 90s F (high 30s C) during the day. It rains occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are created to keep you cool and offer UV protection.
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Thin short sleeve shirts
You should bring extra, as these get wet or dirty.
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Light linen shorts
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Bug repellent
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Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Skirts
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
Bug bite relief
-
UV protecting pants/skirts
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are specially designed to cool you:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
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A rain coat to layer with a jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These 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 suitcases stay dry. We like:
August
Traveling to Bathinda in August, you will notice that it is blindingly hot. Expect it to rain once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the 90s F (mid 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light linen shorts
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are created to keep you cool and to provide UV protection.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Sun protecting pants/skirts
These will keep you safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are created for cooling:
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
It's important pack extra, as these are likely to get wet or dirty.
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Personal cooling fan
Bug bite relief
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These are vital in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We suggest:
September
September for Bathinda is sizzling. Temperatures average in the 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Cooling tank or crop tops
These are created to cool you:
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are developed to cool you and to provide UV protection.
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Don't forget bring additional, since these often get wet or dirty.
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Light linen shorts
Bug bite relief
-
UV protecting pants/skirts
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Personal cooling fan
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Skirts
October
October for Bathinda can be blisteringly hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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UV protecting pants
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are specially designed to cool you:
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
You should pack extra, since these are likely to get wet or dirty.
Bug bite relief
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are engineered to cool you and offer UV protection.
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Bug repellent
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Skirts
-
Light linen shorts
November
If you are traveling to Bathinda in November, you will notice that it is hot and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also cleans contaminants:
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Sunglasses
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Loose-fit shorts
December
Traveling to Bathinda in December, you will notice that it is mild and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
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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Light skirts
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