Chaung Tha, Myanmar: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Chaung Tha, Myanmar? If you're planning to go to Chaung Tha, below is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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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 Chaung Tha, Myanmar

Based on the climate and weather in Chaung Tha, the best time to go is January. See below for details.

Important essentials for Chaung Tha, Myanmar

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Chaung Tha, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance


  • 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).

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may get worn. An unreadable vaccine card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly option.


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of protection possible.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some rural areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to take an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a good value.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

What to wear/what to pack for Chaung Tha, Myanmar by month

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January

If you are traveling to Chaung Tha in January, you will notice that it is really hot and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).

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February

If you go to Chaung Tha in February, you will notice that it can be sweltering and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (low 30s C).

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March

March is sizzling and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day.

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April

If you vacation in Chaung Tha during April, you are likely to find that it is scorchingly hot and dry with little rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C).

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May

May is consistently hot. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains once in a while.

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June

Traveling to Chaung Tha in June, you will notice that it can be sweltering and very rainy. Expect it to rain most days. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).

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July

In July, Chaung Tha is hot and extremely rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (high 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Chaung Tha, with most of the days of the month having rain.

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August

August in Chaung Tha is extremely warm and very rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C).

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September

September in Chaung Tha is constantly hot and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C).

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October

October in Chaung Tha is really hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about a third of the time.

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November

If you are traveling to Chaung Tha in November, you will notice that it is extremely hot. Expect it to rain sometimes. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).

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December

December in this region is hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.

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Activities for Chaung Tha, Myanmar

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Chaung Tha.

Chaung Tha has great beaches. If you plan go to the beach, take:

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