Kuala Besut, Malaysia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Kuala Besut, Malaysia? If you're planning to go to Kuala Besut, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Kuala Besut
- Important essentials for Kuala Besut
- Activities for Kuala Besut
- Kuala Besut in January: weather and what to pack
- Kuala Besut in February: weather and what to pack
- Kuala Besut in March: weather and what to pack
- Kuala Besut in April: weather and what to pack
- Kuala Besut in May: weather and what to pack
- Kuala Besut in June: weather and what to pack
- Kuala Besut in July: weather and what to pack
- Kuala Besut in August: weather and what to pack
- Kuala Besut in September: weather and what to pack
- Kuala Besut in October: weather and what to pack
- Kuala Besut in November: weather and what to pack
- Kuala Besut 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 Kuala Besut, Malaysia
Based on the climate and weather in Kuala Besut, the best time to go is February. See below for details.
Important essentials for Kuala Besut, Malaysia
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Kuala Besut, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
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Travel insurance
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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).
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection you can have.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly product.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may wear out. An unreadable card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some rural areas may have unreliable 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 superb choice.
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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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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types G. This one should work in most areas, but you may want to check with your hotel.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Kuala Besut. 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.
What to wear/what to pack for Kuala Besut, Malaysia by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you visit Kuala Besut during January, you are likely to see that it is pretty consistently hot. 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 once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Waterproof sandals
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
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Loose-fit shorts
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Insulated water bottle
Our fave also filters harmful contaminants:
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Skirts
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Sunglasses
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A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
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Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We suggest:
February
If you vacation in Kuala Besut during February, you are likely to see that it is hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the 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 once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also removes contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be essential in heavy rain.
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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 bags remain dry. We recommend:
March
If you go to Kuala Besut in March, you will notice that it is extremely hot. Expect it to rain occasionally. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We suggest:
April
April here is constantly hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We like:
May
If you go to Kuala Besut in May, you will notice that it can be sweltering. Expect it to rain once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also filters harmful contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We like:
June
June in Kuala Besut is really hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We recommend:
July
If you vacation in Kuala Besut during July, you will probably 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 low 70s F (low 20s 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:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from UV rays:
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also removes dangerous contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We recommend:
August
In August, Kuala Besut is extremely hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 80s F (low 30s C) and about half of the time jump into the low 90s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Kuala Besut, with several of the days of the month having rain.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We recommend:
September
In September, Kuala Besut is constantly hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 80s F (low 30s C) and about half of the time jump into the low 90s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Kuala Besut, with several of the days of the month having rain.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also filters harmful contaminants:
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
October
In October, Kuala Besut can be sweltering and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (low 30s C) and about a third of the time jump into the low 90s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Kuala Besut, with several of the days of the month having rain.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also removes dangerous contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and guard against skin damage:
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We recommend:
November
If you vacation in Kuala Besut during November, you are likely to find that it is hot and very 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:
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also removes contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We recommend:
December
December for Kuala Besut is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
Activities for Kuala Besut, Malaysia
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Kuala Besut.
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