Caraga Region, Philippines: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Caraga Region, Philippines? If you're planning to go to Caraga Region, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Caraga Region
- Important essentials for Caraga Region
- Activities for Caraga Region
- Caraga Region in January: weather and what to pack
- Caraga Region in February: weather and what to pack
- Caraga Region in March: weather and what to pack
- Caraga Region in April: weather and what to pack
- Caraga Region in May: weather and what to pack
- Caraga Region in June: weather and what to pack
- Caraga Region in July: weather and what to pack
- Caraga Region in August: weather and what to pack
- Caraga Region in September: weather and what to pack
- Caraga Region in October: weather and what to pack
- Caraga Region in November: weather and what to pack
- Caraga Region 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 Caraga Region, Philippines
Based on the climate and weather in Caraga Region, the best time to go is April. See below for details.
Important essentials for Caraga Region, Philippines
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Caraga Region, 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.
Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly option.
A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can get worn. An unreadable vaccine card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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Proof of COVID-19 vaccination/negative test
Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks aren't sold 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 protection you can have.
Other health necessities
Emergency water purifier
Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to bring an emergency water purifier like this one.
Travel first aid kit
This one is a good one.
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
Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
Airplane or car necessities
Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A, B and C. This one should work in most areas, but you may want to check with your hotel.
Photography accessories
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
For families with young children
Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Caraga Region. 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.
Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
What to wear/what to pack for Caraga Region, Philippines by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you visit Caraga Region during January, you may see that it is extremely hot, somewhat rainy and extremely hazy. 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). 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:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
Loose-fit shorts
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
Skirts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Waterproof sandals
Sunglasses
Bug repellent
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants are 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 recommend:
February
Traveling to Caraga Region in February, you will notice that it can be sweltering, somewhat rainy and extremely hazy. 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:
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
Waterproof sandals
Sunglasses
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
Skirts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Loose-fit shorts
Bug repellent
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants will be vital in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We like:
March
If you go to Caraga Region in March, you will notice that it is constantly hot, somewhat rainy and extremely hazy. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
Bug repellent
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Waterproof sandals
Sunglasses
Skirts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
Loose-fit shorts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
A rain coat to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants will be essential in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We suggest:
April
If you visit Caraga Region during April, you might find that it is constantly hot and extremely hazy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 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 about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
Skirts
Sunglasses
Waterproof sandals
Loose-fit shorts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
Bug repellent
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants will be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We recommend:
May
May in this region is really hot, somewhat rainy, somewhat stormy and extremely hazy. 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:
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
Skirts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Loose-fit shorts
Bug repellent
Waterproof sandals
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We like:
June
In June, Caraga Region is really hot, somewhat rainy, somewhat stormy and extremely hazy. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Caraga Region, with several of the days of the month having rain. In June, humidity reaches as high as 80%.
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
Waterproof sandals
Skirts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
Bug repellent
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants are a lifesaver in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We like:
July
July in Caraga Region is constantly hot, somewhat rainy and extremely hazy. 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:
Bug repellent
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
Waterproof sandals
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
Skirts
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Loose-fit shorts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
A rain coat to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We suggest:
August
If you are traveling to Caraga Region in August, you will notice that it is consistently hot, somewhat rainy and extremely hazy. 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:
Waterproof sandals
Loose-fit shorts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Bug repellent
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
Skirts
Sunglasses
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants are essential in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We recommend:
September
If you are traveling to Caraga Region in September, you will notice that it is consistently hot, somewhat rainy and extremely hazy. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
Sunglasses
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Skirts
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
Loose-fit shorts
Bug repellent
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Waterproof sandals
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants can be essential in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We like:
October
If you go to Caraga Region in October, you will notice that it is really hot, somewhat rainy and extremely hazy. 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:
Waterproof sandals
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Skirts
Bug repellent
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
A rain coat to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants can be vital in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We like:
November
In November, Caraga Region is really hot, somewhat rainy and extremely hazy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Caraga Region, with several of the days of the month having rain. In November, humidity reaches as high as 80%.
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
Bug repellent
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants can be vital in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We recommend:
December
December in this region is really hot, somewhat rainy and extremely hazy. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunglasses
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
Waterproof sandals
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
Bug repellent
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
Loose-fit shorts
Skirts
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants will be vital in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We like:
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