Ko Lon, Thailand: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Ko Lon, Thailand? If you're planning to go to Ko Lon, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Ko Lon
- Important essentials for Ko Lon
- Activities for Ko Lon
- Ko Lon in January: weather and what to pack
- Ko Lon in February: weather and what to pack
- Ko Lon in March: weather and what to pack
- Ko Lon in April: weather and what to pack
- Ko Lon in May: weather and what to pack
- Ko Lon in June: weather and what to pack
- Ko Lon in July: weather and what to pack
- Ko Lon in August: weather and what to pack
- Ko Lon in September: weather and what to pack
- Ko Lon in October: weather and what to pack
- Ko Lon in November: weather and what to pack
- Ko Lon 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 Ko Lon, Thailand
Based on the climate and weather in Ko Lon, the best time to go is February. See below for details.
Important essentials for Ko Lon, Thailand
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Ko Lon, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
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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 excellent plane-friendly product.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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(U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.
U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more
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Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
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N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection available.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards often become worn. An unreadable vaccine card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
General health necessities
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Emergency water purifier
Some areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to have an emergency water purifier like this one.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a excellent choice.
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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 A, B, C and O. This one is sufficent for most places, but check with your hotel.
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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
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Ko Lon. 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 Ko Lon, Thailand by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
Traveling to Ko Lon in January, you will notice that it can be very hot. 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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Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Waterproof sandals
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
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Skirts
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Sunglasses
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Loose-fit shorts
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
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If you're going to the beach
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A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants are vital in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We recommend:
February
If you vacation in Ko Lon during February, you are likely to find that it is consistently hot and dry with little rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
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Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and protect you from UV rays:
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
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If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
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Rain pants
These can be essential in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We suggest:
March
If you are traveling to Ko Lon in March, you will notice that it is extremely hot. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
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Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
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Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants can be vital in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We suggest:
April
April for Ko Lon is really hot and somewhat stormy. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
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Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
May
Traveling to Ko Lon in May, you will notice that it is constantly hot and somewhat stormy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We suggest:
June
June is constantly hot. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We recommend:
July
If you visit Ko Lon during July, you will probably find that it can be sweltering. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from UV rays:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We suggest:
August
August in Ko Lon 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 80s F (low 30s C), although night temperatures can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
-
Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We suggest:
September
If you go to Ko Lon in September, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against the sun:
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We suggest:
October
If you go to Ko Lon in October, you will notice that it can be very hot. Expect it to rain most days. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We recommend:
November
If you are traveling to Ko Lon in November, you will notice that it is constantly hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We suggest:
December
If you vacation in Ko Lon during December, you will probably find that it can be sweltering. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We like:
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