Handan, China: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Handan, China? If you're planning to go to Handan, this is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Handan
- Important essentials for Handan
- Activities for Handan
- Handan in January: weather and what to pack
- Handan in February: weather and what to pack
- Handan in March: weather and what to pack
- Handan in April: weather and what to pack
- Handan in May: weather and what to pack
- Handan in June: weather and what to pack
- Handan in July: weather and what to pack
- Handan in August: weather and what to pack
- Handan in September: weather and what to pack
- Handan in October: weather and what to pack
- Handan in November: weather and what to pack
- Handan 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 Handan, China
Based on the climate and weather in Handan, the best time to go is May. See below for details.
Important essentials for Handan, China
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Handan, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may get worn. An unreadable card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection you can have.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly option.
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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).
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a good value.
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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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Airplane or car necessities
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For families with young children
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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, C and I. This one works in most areas, but you should check with your hotel.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Handan. 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.
What to wear/what to pack for Handan, China by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January here can be extremely cold. Temperatures average in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost almost every day of the month.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Lip balm
Our choice: here
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Heavy jacket
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Warm pants or jeans
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Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
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Heavy socks
Such as:
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Gloves
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Sweaters
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Cold weather footwear
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Waterproof snow boots
In addition to regular shoes, it's important to bring snow boots. For traveling to Handan, we suggest these boots:
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Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
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A windproof umbrella
This is vital here. This one is an excellent choice.
If you see the Handan Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Comfy walking shoes
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
February
February for Handan is pretty cool. Temperatures average in the 30s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost most days. It rains once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Heavy jacket
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Heavy socks
Such as:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
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Gloves
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Sweaters
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Lip balm
Our choice: this one
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Warm pants or jeans
-
Cold weather footwear
-
Waterproof snow boots
In addition to standard footwear, it's important to bring snow boots. For travel to Handan, a great option is these boots:
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Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
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A umbrella
This is vital here. This one is a perfect choice.
If you see the Handan Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
March
March for Handan can be very chilly. Temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost about half of the time. It rains sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light gloves or mittens
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Jacket or coat
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Fleece
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best choice: here
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Extra socks
-
Standard footwear
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A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants are essential in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We recommend:
If you see the Handan Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
April
Traveling to Handan in April, you will notice that it is balmy. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Extra socks
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Light jacket or fleece
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Standard footwear
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Pants or jeans
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
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Dresses
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Light and heavy skirts
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
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Rain pants
These can be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We suggest:
If you see the Handan Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
May
May is warm. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (low 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Extra socks
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Light skirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
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Sandals
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Bug repellent
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We like:
If you see the Handan Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
June
June in Handan is extremely hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
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Skirts
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Sunglasses
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Loose-fit shorts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also filters dangerous contaminants:
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Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
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A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be essential 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 suggest:
If you see the Handan Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
July
If you go to Handan in July, you will notice that it can be sweltering. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can 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:
If you see the Handan Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
August
August here is really hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also cleans contaminants:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver 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 suggest:
If you see the Handan Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
September
If you go to Handan in September, you will notice that it is warm. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Light skirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Extra socks
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We like:
If you see the Handan Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
October
If you go to Handan in October, you will notice that it is mild. Expect it to rain regularly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Dresses
-
Standard footwear
-
Pants or jeans
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Extra socks
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We suggest:
If you see the Handan Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
November
November is cold. Temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost about half of the time. It rains sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Jacket or coat
-
Light gloves or mittens
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best option: here
-
Extra socks
-
Fleece
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain jacket 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
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
If you see the Handan Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
December
If you are traveling to Handan in December, you will notice that it is cold. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 30s F (single digits C). There is frost most days.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Sweaters
-
Gloves
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
-
Heavy socks
Such as:
-
Heavy jacket
-
Lip balm
Our pick: this one
-
Cold weather footwear
-
Waterproof snow boots
In addition to regular shoes, it's important to bring snow boots. For travel to Handan, we suggest these boots:
-
Waterproof jacket that can be used in snow
-
A umbrella
This is worth investing in for this weather. This one is an excellent option.
If you see the Handan Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
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