Mae Salong, Thailand: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Mae Salong, Thailand? If you're planning to go to Mae Salong, below is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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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 Mae Salong, Thailand

Based on the climate and weather in Mae Salong, the best time to go is February. See below for details.

Important essentials for Mae Salong, Thailand

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Mae Salong, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • 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

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  • A vaccine card protector

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  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly product.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Mae Salong, Thailand by month

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January

January here is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you see the Chinese Martyrs' Memorial Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

February

If you vacation in Mae Salong during February, you may find that it is really hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 50s F (low 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you see the Chinese Martyrs' Memorial Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

March

March in this region is extremely hot. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you see the Chinese Martyrs' Memorial Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

April

If you are traveling to Mae Salong in April, you will notice that it is sweltering. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (mid 30s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you see the Chinese Martyrs' Memorial Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

May

May in Mae Salong 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:

If you see the Chinese Martyrs' Memorial Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

June

If you visit Mae Salong during June, you may 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:

If you see the Chinese Martyrs' Memorial Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

July

July in Mae Salong is extremely hot. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you see the Chinese Martyrs' Memorial Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

August

If you go to Mae Salong in August, you will notice that it is constantly hot. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you see the Chinese Martyrs' Memorial Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

September

If you vacation in Mae Salong during September, you may notice 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).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you see the Chinese Martyrs' Memorial Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

October

If you vacation in Mae Salong during October, you are likely to find that it is extremely hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you see the Chinese Martyrs' Memorial Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

November

If you go to Mae Salong in November, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you see the Chinese Martyrs' Memorial Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

December

If you visit Mae Salong during December, you will probably find that it is a perfect temperature. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 50s F (low 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you see the Chinese Martyrs' Memorial Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

Activities for Mae Salong, Thailand

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Mae Salong.

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