Kolar, India: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Kolar, India? If you're planning to go to Kolar, I've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Kolar
- Important essentials for Kolar
- Activities for Kolar
- Kolar in January: weather and what to pack
- Kolar in February: weather and what to pack
- Kolar in March: weather and what to pack
- Kolar in April: weather and what to pack
- Kolar in May: weather and what to pack
- Kolar in June: weather and what to pack
- Kolar in July: weather and what to pack
- Kolar in August: weather and what to pack
- Kolar in September: weather and what to pack
- Kolar in October: weather and what to pack
- Kolar in November: weather and what to pack
- Kolar 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 Kolar, India
Based on the climate and weather in Kolar, the best time to go is January. See below for details.
Important essentials for Kolar, India
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Kolar, 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 available.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly product.
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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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).
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can wear out. An unreadable vaccination card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas of this country may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a superb value.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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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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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Kolar. 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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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C, D and M. This one should be appropriate for most countries, but you may want to check with your hotel.
What to wear/what to pack for Kolar, India by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you go to Kolar in January, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
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Sunglasses
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Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also filters dangerous contaminants:
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Bug repellent
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
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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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Skirts
February
February in Kolar can be very hot and very dry with almost no rain. 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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Bug repellent
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Insulated water bottle
Our pick also cleans dangerous contaminants:
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against skin damage:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Loose-fit shorts
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Waterproof sandals
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Skirts
March
March for Kolar can be blisteringly hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
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Bug repellent
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Waterproof sandals
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Sunglasses
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Protecting legwear
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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Light linen shorts
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Skirts
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Personal cooling fan
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are engineered to keep you cool and include UV protection.
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Thin short sleeve shirts
Make sure bring additional, as these often get wet or dirty.
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Cooling tank or crop tops
These are engineered to keep you cool:
Bug bite relief
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Insulated water bottle
April
Traveling to Kolar in April, you will notice that it is a scorcher. Daytime temperatures are in the 90s F (mid 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
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Thin short sleeve shirts
Do pack extra, as these are likely to get wet or dirty.
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are developed to help you stay cool and include UV protection.
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Skirts
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Sun protecting pants/skirts
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Sunglasses
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Insulated water bottle
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
Bug bite relief
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are engineered to cool you:
-
Light linen shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Personal cooling fan
May
May in Kolar can be excruciatingly hot. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day. It rains sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sun protecting pants/skirts
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Make sure pack extra, as these often get wet or dirty.
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Bug repellent
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are specially designed to cool you and include UV protection.
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Light linen shorts
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are developed for cooling:
-
Skirts
Bug bite relief
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
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A rain coat to layer with another jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We recommend:
June
If you visit Kolar during June, you are likely to find that it is really 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 60s F (low 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes contaminants:
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants can be essential in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is a great option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We like:
July
July here is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also removes dangerous contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We recommend:
August
If you go to Kolar in August, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also filters harmful contaminants:
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
-
Skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We like:
September
If you go to Kolar in September, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
-
Skirts
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We like:
October
October is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We like:
November
If you visit Kolar during November, you may notice 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 occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Extra socks
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Bug repellent
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Sandals
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light skirts
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We like:
December
December here is pretty consistently hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Bug repellent
-
Light skirts
-
Extra socks
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion
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Short pants or heavy shorts
Activities for Kolar, India
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Kolar.
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