Kedah, Malaysia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Kedah, Malaysia? If you're planning to go to Kedah, I've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Kedah
- Important essentials for Kedah
- Activities for Kedah
- Kedah in January: weather and what to pack
- Kedah in February: weather and what to pack
- Kedah in March: weather and what to pack
- Kedah in April: weather and what to pack
- Kedah in May: weather and what to pack
- Kedah in June: weather and what to pack
- Kedah in July: weather and what to pack
- Kedah in August: weather and what to pack
- Kedah in September: weather and what to pack
- Kedah in October: weather and what to pack
- Kedah in November: weather and what to pack
- Kedah 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 Kedah, Malaysia
Based on the climate and weather in Kedah, the best time to go is January. See below for details.
Important essentials for Kedah, Malaysia
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Kedah, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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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).
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can become worn. An unreadable vaccine card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
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 protection possible.
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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 a good plane-friendly choice.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some rural areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to take a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a good one.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Kedah. 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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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types G. This one should be sufficient for most countries, but check with your hotel.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
What to wear/what to pack for Kedah, Malaysia by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you go to Kedah in January, you will notice that it is constantly hot and dry with little rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
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Waterproof sandals
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Loose-fit shorts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Bug repellent
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Sunglasses
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also filters harmful contaminants:
February
February can be sweltering and dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Bug repellent
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A rain poncho to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants can be vital in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
March
March in this region is really hot. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also removes dangerous contaminants:
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We like:
April
April in this region is extremely hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We recommend:
May
In May, Kedah can be sweltering and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Kedah, with several of the days of the month having rain.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also filters harmful contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and guard against skin damage:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
June
In June, Kedah is really hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Kedah, with several of the days of the month having rain.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We recommend:
July
July in Kedah is constantly hot and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) to high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We recommend:
August
August in Kedah is really hot and very rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also cleans contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We suggest:
September
September in Kedah is really hot and very rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from UV rays:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also removes contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We recommend:
October
October in Kedah is extremely hot and very rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We like:
November
If you vacation in Kedah during November, you may notice that it is extremely hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also filters contaminants:
-
Skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We suggest:
December
December for Kedah can be sweltering. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We recommend:
Activities for Kedah, Malaysia
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Kedah.
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