Hsipaw, Myanmar: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Hsipaw, Myanmar? If you're planning to go to Hsipaw, I have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Hsipaw
- Important essentials for Hsipaw
- Activities for Hsipaw
- Hsipaw in January: weather and what to pack
- Hsipaw in February: weather and what to pack
- Hsipaw in March: weather and what to pack
- Hsipaw in April: weather and what to pack
- Hsipaw in May: weather and what to pack
- Hsipaw in June: weather and what to pack
- Hsipaw in July: weather and what to pack
- Hsipaw in August: weather and what to pack
- Hsipaw in September: weather and what to pack
- Hsipaw in October: weather and what to pack
- Hsipaw in November: weather and what to pack
- Hsipaw 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 Hsipaw, Myanmar
Based on the climate and weather in Hsipaw, the best time to go is March. See below for details.
Important essentials for Hsipaw, Myanmar
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Hsipaw, 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 protection you can have.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can wear out. An unreadable vaccine card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly choice.
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 don't exist 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 may have unreliable tap water, so it's wise to take a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a excellent value.
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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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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A, C, D, G and I. This one should work in most places, but you may want to check with your hotel.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Hsipaw. 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.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
What to wear/what to pack for Hsipaw, Myanmar by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January in Hsipaw is warm and very dry with almost no rain. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Light skirts
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Bug repellent
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Extra socks
February
If you vacation in Hsipaw during February, you will probably see that it is a perfect temperature and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Bug repellent
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Extra socks
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Sandals
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Light skirts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
March
Traveling to Hsipaw in March, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
Our pick also cleans contaminants:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Waterproof sandals
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Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Bug repellent
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Sunglasses
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Skirts
April
April in Hsipaw is extremely hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C) to high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also filters dangerous contaminants:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Sunglasses
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Waterproof sandals
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Skirts
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Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
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A rain jacket to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants can be essential in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We like:
May
If you are traveling to Hsipaw in May, you will notice that it can be sweltering. Expect it to rain sometimes. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also filters dangerous contaminants:
-
Sunglasses
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
June
In June, Hsipaw is pretty consistently hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (high 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Hsipaw, with several of the days of the month having rain.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against the sun:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also filters harmful contaminants:
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
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A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These can be essential in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We suggest:
July
If you visit Hsipaw during July, you might find that it is hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We like:
August
If you are traveling to Hsipaw in August, you will notice that it is extremely warm and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Extra socks
-
Light skirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We recommend:
September
Traveling to Hsipaw in September, you will notice that it is extremely warm and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We suggest:
October
If you vacation in Hsipaw during October, you will probably see that it is extremely warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Light skirts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Extra socks
-
Sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We recommend:
November
If you go to Hsipaw in November, you will notice that it is warm. Expect it to rain occasionally. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light skirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Extra socks
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We suggest:
December
December in this region is mild and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sandals
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Extra socks
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Light skirts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
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