Hokuto, Japan: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Hokuto, Japan? If you're planning to go to Hokuto, we have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Hokuto
- Important essentials for Hokuto
- Activities for Hokuto
- Hokuto in January: weather and what to pack
- Hokuto in February: weather and what to pack
- Hokuto in March: weather and what to pack
- Hokuto in April: weather and what to pack
- Hokuto in May: weather and what to pack
- Hokuto in June: weather and what to pack
- Hokuto in July: weather and what to pack
- Hokuto in August: weather and what to pack
- Hokuto in September: weather and what to pack
- Hokuto in October: weather and what to pack
- Hokuto in November: weather and what to pack
- Hokuto 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 Hokuto, Japan
Based on the climate and weather in Hokuto, the best time to go is July. See below for details.
Important essentials for Hokuto, Japan
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Hokuto, 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 possible.
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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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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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly product.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards frequently wear away. An unreadable vaccination card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas of this country may have unreliable 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 excellent one.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Airplane or car necessities
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For families with young children
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. This one is sufficent for most places, but you should check with your hotel.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Hokuto. 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.
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
What to wear/what to pack for Hokuto, Japan by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January can be extremely cold. Temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
If you plan go to a monastery, like Trappist Monastery, take the following:
February
February in Hokuto is frosty. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
If you plan go to a monastery, like Trappist Monastery, take the following:
March
March in Hokuto is pretty cool. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C). But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 60% to 70% range on average.
What to wear/what to pack:
If you plan go to a monastery, like Trappist Monastery, take the following:
April
If you go to Hokuto in April, you will notice that it is brisk. Daytime temperatures are in the low 50s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
If you plan go to a monastery, like Trappist Monastery, take the following:
May
May in Hokuto is chilly. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
If you plan go to a monastery, like Trappist Monastery, take the following:
June
If you vacation in Hokuto during June, you may see that it can be chilly. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 50s F (low 10s C). Humidity is generally around 70 during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
If you plan go to a monastery, like Trappist Monastery, take the following:
July
July is balmy. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Extra socks
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Light skirts
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Bug repellent
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Sandals
If you plan go to a monastery, like Trappist Monastery, take the following:
August
If you vacation in Hokuto during August, you are likely to notice that it is a perfect temperature. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Sandals
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Light skirts
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Extra socks
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
If you plan go to a monastery, like Trappist Monastery, take the following:
September
September for Hokuto is mild. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (low 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
If you plan go to a monastery, like Trappist Monastery, take the following:
October
If you visit Hokuto during October, you are likely to find that it can be chilly. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 40s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
If you plan go to a monastery, like Trappist Monastery, take the following:
November
November in Hokuto is brisk. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 30s F (single digits C). But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 60% to 70% range on average.
What to wear/what to pack:
If you plan go to a monastery, like Trappist Monastery, take the following:
December
December in Hokuto is freezing. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C). But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 60% to 70% range on average.
What to wear/what to pack:
Activities for Hokuto, Japan
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Hokuto.
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