Kangar, Malaysia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Kangar, Malaysia? If you're planning to go to Kangar, the following is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Kangar
- Important essentials for Kangar
- Activities for Kangar
- Kangar in January: weather and what to pack
- Kangar in February: weather and what to pack
- Kangar in March: weather and what to pack
- Kangar in April: weather and what to pack
- Kangar in May: weather and what to pack
- Kangar in June: weather and what to pack
- Kangar in July: weather and what to pack
- Kangar in August: weather and what to pack
- Kangar in September: weather and what to pack
- Kangar in October: weather and what to pack
- Kangar in November: weather and what to pack
- Kangar 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 Kangar, Malaysia
Based on the climate and weather in Kangar, the best time to go is January. See below for details.
Important essentials for Kangar, Malaysia
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Kangar, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards frequently become worn. An unreadable vaccination 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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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).
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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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection you can have.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly product.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a great option.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types G. This one should be appropriate for most countries, but check with your hotel.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Kangar. 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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Airplane or car necessities
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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For families with young children
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
What to wear/what to pack for Kangar, Malaysia by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you go to Kangar in January, you will notice that it can be very hot. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Waterproof sandals
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
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Skirts
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Loose-fit shorts
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Sunglasses
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes dangerous contaminants:
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and guard against UV rays:
February
If you go to Kangar in February, you will notice that it is consistently hot. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
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Loose-fit shorts
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Waterproof sandals
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Bug repellent
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Skirts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against UV rays:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
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Insulated water bottle
Our fave also cleans dangerous contaminants:
March
March in Kangar is blindingly hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 90s F (mid 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Personal cooling fan
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Waterproof sandals
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Insulated water bottle
Bug bite relief
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Bug repellent
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Thin short sleeve shirts
You should bring additional, since these often get wet or dirty.
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
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Light linen shorts
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Sun protecting legwear
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Cooling tank or crop tops
These are created for cooling:
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Skirts
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are developed to cool you and can provide UV protection.
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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Sunglasses
April
April in Kangar can be very hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) to low 90s 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 cool you.
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and guard against skin damage:
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Sunglasses
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Loose-fit shorts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Waterproof sandals
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Bug repellent
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Skirts
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Insulated water bottle
Our pick also filters dangerous contaminants:
May
If you go to Kangar in May, you will notice that it is consistently hot. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Sunglasses
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Bug repellent
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Waterproof sandals
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Loose-fit shorts
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Skirts
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes dangerous contaminants:
June
June here can be sweltering. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Skirts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Insulated water bottle
Our choice also removes contaminants:
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
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Sunglasses
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Waterproof sandals
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Bug repellent
July
July in this region can be very hot. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also cleans harmful contaminants:
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Bug repellent
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Waterproof sandals
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Loose-fit shorts
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Skirts
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
August
If you vacation in Kangar during August, you will probably see that it can be sweltering. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
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Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also cleans harmful contaminants:
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Skirts
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
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Waterproof sandals
September
September in Kangar is consistently hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) to 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against the sun:
October
October in Kangar is consistently hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) to 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
November
November in Kangar can be very hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) to 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also cleans contaminants:
December
If you vacation in Kangar during December, you will probably notice that it is extremely hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Waterproof sandals
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Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
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Skirts
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Insulated water bottle
Our fave also filters harmful contaminants:
Activities for Kangar, Malaysia
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Kangar.
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