Doubtless Bay, New Zealand: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

Traveling to Doubtless Bay, New Zealand? If you're planning to go to Doubtless Bay, we have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

When to go to Doubtless Bay
Important essentials for Doubtless Bay
Activities for Doubtless Bay
Doubtless Bay in January: weather and what to pack
Doubtless Bay in February: weather and what to pack
Doubtless Bay in March: weather and what to pack
Doubtless Bay in April: weather and what to pack
Doubtless Bay in May: weather and what to pack
Doubtless Bay in June: weather and what to pack
Doubtless Bay in July: weather and what to pack
Doubtless Bay in August: weather and what to pack
Doubtless Bay in September: weather and what to pack
Doubtless Bay in October: weather and what to pack
Doubtless Bay in November: weather and what to pack
Doubtless Bay 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 Doubtless Bay, New Zealand

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

Important essentials for Doubtless Bay, New Zealand

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

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022

Travel disinfecting wipes

Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
Travel insurance

If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
Hand sanitizer

This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly choice.
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).
A vaccine card protector

Vaccine cards often wear out. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
N95 masks to use in crowded airports

These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.

General health necessities

Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle

Some areas of this country may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to have a contaminant filtering water bottle.
Travel first aid kit

This one is a great choice.
Emergency motion sickness relief
- Pills
- Wristband

Don't forget these

Airplane or car necessities
- our favorite airplane pillow
- a great inflatable travel pillow
- a luggage lock
- entertainment
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
For families with young children
Voice and data SIM card

A SIM card that works in Doubtless Bay. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
Plug adapter

A plug adapter that supports outlet types I. This one should be sufficient for most places, but you should check with your hotel.

What to wear/what to pack for Doubtless Bay, New Zealand by month

Already know when you're traveling?

January

January in this region is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

Long and short sleeve shirts
Light dresses

You can find some great options here
Sandals
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Breathable footwear or sandals
- for men
- for women
Short pants or heavy shorts
- for men
- for women
Sunscreen lotion
- SPF 50
- SPF 30
Bug repellent
- best performing
- best performing natural solution
Light skirts
- short
- long
Beach necessities

If you're going to the beach:
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We use rain boots:
Rain pants

These pants can be vital in a storm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Wind resistant umbrella

This one is an excellent one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your suitcases don't get wet. We recommend:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

February

February here is a perfect temperature and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day. It rains a bit less than half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Short pants or heavy shorts
- for men
- for women
Sandals
Light skirts
- short
- long
Long and short sleeve shirts
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light dresses

You can find some great options here
Bug repellent
- best performing
- best performing natural solution
Breathable footwear or sandals
- for men
- for women
Sunscreen lotion
- SPF 50
- SPF 30
Beach necessities

If you're going to the beach:
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We recommend these rain boots:
Rain pants

These can be a lifesaver in a storm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Wind resistant umbrella

This one is a perfect choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your suitcases remain dry. We like:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

March

March in this region is warm and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day. It rains about a third of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Bug repellent
- best performing
- best performing natural solution
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Sandals
Breathable footwear or sandals
- for men
- for women
Sunscreen lotion
- SPF 50
- SPF 30
Light dresses

You can find some great options here
Short pants or heavy shorts
- for men
- for women
Light skirts
- short
- long
Long and short sleeve shirts
Beach necessities

If you're going to the beach:
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We suggest rain boots:
Rain pants

These pants will be essential in heavy rain.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Umbrella

This one is a perfect choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your suitcases don't get wet. We recommend:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

April

April in Doubtless Bay is balmy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Light and heavy skirts
- light
- heavy
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Standard footwear
Dresses
Pants or jeans
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light jacket or fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We use these rain boots:
Rain pants

Rain pants are vital in a storm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Umbrella

This one is a perfect one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your belongings stay dry. We suggest:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

May

May in Doubtless Bay is balmy and very rainy. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It rains about two thirds of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Standard footwear
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Pants or jeans
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light and heavy skirts
- light
- heavy
Dresses
Light jacket or fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We recommend these rain boots:
Rain pants

These will be a lifesaver in a storm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Wind resistant umbrella

This one is an excellent choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your belongings stay dry. We like:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

June

In June, Doubtless Bay is cool and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Doubtless Bay, with more than half of the days of the month having rain.

What to wear/what to pack:

Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light jacket or fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Standard footwear
Dresses
Light and heavy skirts
- light
- heavy
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Pants or jeans
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We recommend these rain boots:
Rain pants

These will be vital in a storm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Windproof umbrella

This one is a perfect choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your belongings don't get wet. We suggest:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

July

In July, Doubtless Bay is chilly and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 50s F (mid 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Doubtless Bay, with more than half of the days of the month having rain.

What to wear/what to pack:

Pants or jeans
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Dresses
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light jacket or fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Standard footwear
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Light and heavy skirts
- light
- heavy
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We suggest these rain boots:
Rain pants

Rain pants will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Wind resistant umbrella

This one is a great one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your bags remain dry. We recommend:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

August

If you go to Doubtless Bay in August, you will notice that it is crisp and very rainy. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Dresses
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light jacket or fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Standard footwear
Pants or jeans
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light and heavy skirts
- light
- heavy
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We use rain boots:
Rain pants

Rain pants are essential in a rainstorm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Windproof umbrella

This one is a great option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your suitcases remain dry. We suggest:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

September

If you vacation in Doubtless Bay during September, you might find that it can be chilly and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Light jacket or fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light and heavy skirts
- light
- heavy
Pants or jeans
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Dresses
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Standard footwear
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We like these rain boots:
Rain pants

These are vital in heavy rain.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Windproof umbrella

This one is a great option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your belongings remain dry. We like:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

October

October in Doubtless Bay is crisp and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Light and heavy skirts
- light
- heavy
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Standard footwear
Dresses
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Pants or jeans
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light jacket or fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We suggest these rain boots:
Rain pants

These can be essential in heavy rain.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Umbrella

This one is an excellent one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your belongings remain dry. We recommend:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

November

Traveling to Doubtless Bay in November, you will notice that it is mild and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the high 60s F (low 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Standard footwear
Pants or jeans
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Dresses
Light jacket or fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light and heavy skirts
- light
- heavy
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We like these rain boots:
Rain pants

These pants are essential in a storm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Wind resistant umbrella

This one is an excellent one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your things remain dry. We like:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

December

December in Doubtless Bay is mild and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.