Cap-Haïtien, Haiti: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Cap-Haïtien, Haiti? If you're planning to go to Cap-Haïtien, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Cap-Haïtien
- Important essentials for Cap-Haïtien
- Activities for Cap-Haïtien
- Cap-Haïtien in January: weather and what to pack
- Cap-Haïtien in February: weather and what to pack
- Cap-Haïtien in March: weather and what to pack
- Cap-Haïtien in April: weather and what to pack
- Cap-Haïtien in May: weather and what to pack
- Cap-Haïtien in June: weather and what to pack
- Cap-Haïtien in July: weather and what to pack
- Cap-Haïtien in August: weather and what to pack
- Cap-Haïtien in September: weather and what to pack
- Cap-Haïtien in October: weather and what to pack
- Cap-Haïtien in November: weather and what to pack
- Cap-Haïtien 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 Cap-Haïtien, Haiti
Based on the climate and weather in Cap-Haïtien, the best time to go is February. See below for details.
Important essentials for Cap-Haïtien, Haiti
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Cap-Haïtien, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection available.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is a good 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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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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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may wear away. An unreadable card can have 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 important to have a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a good one.
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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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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 A and B. This one should work in most countries, but check with your hotel.
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Airplane or car necessities
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For families with young children
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Cap-Haïtien. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
What to wear/what to pack for Cap-Haïtien, Haiti by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
Traveling to Cap-Haïtien in January, you will notice that it is hot. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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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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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion
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Sandals
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Light skirts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
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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 can be essential in a rainstorm.
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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 bags don't get wet. We recommend:
February
February here is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Waterproof sandals
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from UV rays:
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Loose-fit shorts
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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 best choice also filters contaminants:
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Skirts
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Sunglasses
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If you're going to the beach
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A rain coat to layer with a jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants can be essential in a rainstorm.
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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 bags stay dry. We suggest:
March
March in Cap-Haïtien is extremely warm. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C) to 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also filters dangerous contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
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Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We suggest:
April
Traveling to Cap-Haïtien in April, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also filters dangerous contaminants:
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from the sun:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We suggest:
May
If you visit Cap-Haïtien during May, you may notice that it can be very hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against skin damage:
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also removes dangerous contaminants:
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We suggest:
June
If you are traveling to Cap-Haïtien in June, you will notice that it can be sweltering. Expect it to rain regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also cleans contaminants:
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We suggest:
July
If you are traveling to Cap-Haïtien in July, you will notice that it is consistently hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also filters dangerous contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against the sun:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We like:
August
August can be sweltering. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also removes dangerous contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We suggest:
September
If you go to Cap-Haïtien in September, you will notice that it is consistently hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We suggest:
October
If you visit Cap-Haïtien during October, you are likely to see that it is really hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also removes contaminants:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We suggest:
November
In November, Cap-Haïtien is hot. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (high 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Cap-Haïtien, with several of the days of the month having rain. Additionally, it is very windy.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from the sun:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also filters dangerous contaminants:
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We suggest:
December
If you vacation in Cap-Haïtien during December, you will probably find that it is extremely warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (low 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We recommend:
Activities for Cap-Haïtien, Haiti
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Cap-Haïtien.
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