Mehrgarh, Pakistan: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
Traveling to Mehrgarh, Pakistan? If you're planning to go to Mehrgarh, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Mehrgarh
- Important essentials for Mehrgarh
- Activities for Mehrgarh
- Mehrgarh in January: weather and what to pack
- Mehrgarh in February: weather and what to pack
- Mehrgarh in March: weather and what to pack
- Mehrgarh in April: weather and what to pack
- Mehrgarh in May: weather and what to pack
- Mehrgarh in June: weather and what to pack
- Mehrgarh in July: weather and what to pack
- Mehrgarh in August: weather and what to pack
- Mehrgarh in September: weather and what to pack
- Mehrgarh in October: weather and what to pack
- Mehrgarh in November: weather and what to pack
- Mehrgarh 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 Mehrgarh, Pakistan
Based on the climate and weather in Mehrgarh, the best time to go is November. See below for details.
Important essentials for Mehrgarh, Pakistan
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Mehrgarh, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly option.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can get worn. An unreadable card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection you can have.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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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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).
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to have a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a great kit.
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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 C and D. This one works in most countries, but check with your hotel.
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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 Mehrgarh. 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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For families with young children
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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 Mehrgarh, Pakistan by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you visit Mehrgarh during January, you may notice that it is balmy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
February
February in Mehrgarh is a perfect temperature. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Light skirts
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Bug repellent
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Sandals
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Extra socks
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Long and short sleeve shirts
March
If you visit Mehrgarh during March, you may notice that it is consistently hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 50s F (mid 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Sunglasses
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Waterproof sandals
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Skirts
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Insulated water bottle
Our pick also cleans dangerous contaminants:
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Loose-fit shorts
April
Traveling to Mehrgarh in April, you will notice that it is unbearably hot. Daytime temperatures are in the high 90s F (high 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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Insulated water bottle
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Cooling tank or crop tops
These are developed to help you stay cool:
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Light linen shorts
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Waterproof sandals
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are developed to keep you cool and to provide UV protection.
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Thin short sleeve shirts
Don't forget pack extra, as these are likely to get wet or dirty.
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Skirts
Bug bite relief
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Personal cooling fan
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Protecting pants
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Bug repellent
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Sunglasses
May
If you vacation in Mehrgarh during May, you are likely to see that it can be blisteringly hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 100s F (low 40s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
One of these:
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Waterproof sandals
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Insects can be a problem here.
We recommend these bug repellents:
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Insulated water bottle
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and guard against UV rays:
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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100% UV protection sunglasses
We suggest:
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Light skirts
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Protecting pants
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Personal cooling fan
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Thin tank or crop tops
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Sarong
June
June here is scorchingly hot. Temperatures average in the low 110s F (mid 40s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insects have been a problem here.
We recommend these bug repellents:
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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Waterproof sandals
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
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Personal cooling fan
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Protecting legwear
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Light skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Thin tank or crop tops
-
100% UV protection sunglasses
We suggest:
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
One of these:
-
Sarong
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
July
If you visit Mehrgarh during July, you are likely to notice that it can be excruciatingly hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 100s F (low 40s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bugs are an issue here.
We recommend these bug repellents:
-
Insulated water bottle
-
100% UV protection sunglasses
We suggest:
-
Protecting legwear
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Sarong
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Light skirts
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
One of these:
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
-
Thin tank or crop tops
-
Personal cooling fan
August
If you vacation in Mehrgarh during August, you may see that it is sweltering. Temperatures tend to hover around the 100s F (low 40s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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100% UV protection sunglasses
We suggest:
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Sarong
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
One of these:
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Light skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
Thin tank or crop tops
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bugs may be an issue here.
We recommend these bug repellents:
-
Sun protecting pants/skirts
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
September
September for Mehrgarh is scorchingly hot. Temperatures average in the 100s F (low 40s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
-
100% UV protection sunglasses
We suggest:
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
One of these:
-
Thin tank or crop tops
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insects are an issue here.
We recommend these bug repellents:
-
Light skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Sarong
-
Personal cooling fan
-
UV protecting pants
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
October
If you are traveling to Mehrgarh in October, you will notice that it is scorchingly hot. Daytime temperatures are in the high 90s F (mid 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Thin short sleeve shirts
Be sure pack extra, as these easily get wet or dirty.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Sun protecting pants/skirts
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are created for cooling:
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Light linen shorts
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
Bug bite relief
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are specially designed to cool you and offer UV protection.
-
Bug repellent
November
If you vacation in Mehrgarh during November, you might see 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 low 50s F (low 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against skin damage:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
December
If you vacation in Mehrgarh during December, you will probably see that it is warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sandals
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Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Light skirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Extra socks
-
Bug repellent
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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