Baucau, East Timor: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Baucau, East Timor? If you're planning to go to Baucau, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Baucau
- Important essentials for Baucau
- Activities for Baucau
- Baucau in January: weather and what to pack
- Baucau in February: weather and what to pack
- Baucau in March: weather and what to pack
- Baucau in April: weather and what to pack
- Baucau in May: weather and what to pack
- Baucau in June: weather and what to pack
- Baucau in July: weather and what to pack
- Baucau in August: weather and what to pack
- Baucau in September: weather and what to pack
- Baucau in October: weather and what to pack
- Baucau in November: weather and what to pack
- Baucau 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 Baucau, East Timor
Based on the climate and weather in Baucau, the best time to go is August. See below for details.
Important essentials for Baucau, East Timor
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Baucau, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 ESSENTIALS
Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may become worn. An unreadable card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly choice.
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Proof of COVID-19 vaccination/negative test
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).
N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection available.
Other health necessities
Emergency water purifier
Some areas of this country may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to have an emergency water purifier like this one.
Travel first aid kit
This one is a superb kit.
Emergency rapid COVID-19 test
U.S. residents can get them free here. Otherwise, you can buy them here.
Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
Airplane or car necessities
Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Baucau. 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.
Photography accessories
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C, E, F and I. This one should work in most locations, but check with your hotel.
For families with young children
What to wear/what to pack for Baucau, East Timor by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January in Baucau is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Sunscreen lotion
Light skirts
Extra socks
Breathable footwear or sandals
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Long and short sleeve shirts
Short pants or heavy shorts
Bug repellent
Sandals
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
February
If you are traveling to Baucau in February, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Extra socks
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Light skirts
Breathable footwear or sandals
Sandals
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Long and short sleeve shirts
Short pants or heavy shorts
Bug repellent
Sunscreen lotion
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
March
March is hot. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Sandals
Extra socks
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
Breathable footwear or sandals
Short pants or heavy shorts
Light skirts
Sunscreen lotion
Bug repellent
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
April
If you go to Baucau in April, you will notice that it is hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Breathable footwear or sandals
Short pants or heavy shorts
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Light skirts
Sandals
Extra socks
Sunscreen lotion
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
May
If you are traveling to Baucau in May, you will notice that it is hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Sunscreen lotion
Breathable footwear or sandals
Light skirts
Extra socks
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
Sandals
Short pants or heavy shorts
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
June
If you go to Baucau in June, you will notice that it is warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunscreen lotion
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Sandals
Extra socks
Bug repellent
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
Light skirts
Breathable footwear or sandals
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
July
If you are traveling to Baucau in July, you will notice that it is warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Breathable footwear or sandals
Light skirts
Short pants or heavy shorts
Extra socks
Sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
Bug repellent
Sunscreen lotion
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
August
August in Baucau is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Sandals
Sunscreen lotion
Light skirts
Breathable footwear or sandals
Extra socks
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Bug repellent
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
September
If you are traveling to Baucau in September, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Light skirts
Sandals
Breathable footwear or sandals
Sunscreen lotion
Extra socks
Short pants or heavy shorts
Bug repellent
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
October
October is hot. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Loose-fit shorts
Skirts
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Bug repellent
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
Waterproof sandals
Sunglasses
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
If you're going to the beach
November
November for Baucau is hot. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
Loose-fit shorts
Sunglasses
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
If you're going to the beach
December
If you go to Baucau in December, you will notice that it is hot. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Bug repellent
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against the sun:
Loose-fit shorts
Skirts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
Sunglasses
Waterproof sandals
If you're going to the beach
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