Monkey Bay, Malawi: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
Traveling to Monkey Bay, Malawi? If you're planning to go to Monkey Bay, I have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Monkey Bay
- Important essentials for Monkey Bay
- Activities for Monkey Bay
- Monkey Bay in January: weather and what to pack
- Monkey Bay in February: weather and what to pack
- Monkey Bay in March: weather and what to pack
- Monkey Bay in April: weather and what to pack
- Monkey Bay in May: weather and what to pack
- Monkey Bay in June: weather and what to pack
- Monkey Bay in July: weather and what to pack
- Monkey Bay in August: weather and what to pack
- Monkey Bay in September: weather and what to pack
- Monkey Bay in October: weather and what to pack
- Monkey Bay in November: weather and what to pack
- Monkey Bay 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 Monkey Bay, Malawi
Based on the climate and weather in Monkey Bay, the best time to go is October. See below for details.
Important essentials for Monkey Bay, Malawi
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Monkey Bay, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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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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.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can become worn. An unreadable vaccine card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly choice.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks aren't sold 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 potentially unsafe 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 good option.
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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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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types G. This one works in most countries, but you should check with your hotel.
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Airplane or car necessities
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Emergency phone
For this area, we suggest a good satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phoneHowever, in cities, a SIM card that works in Monkey Bay may be sufficient. A good global SIM card is this one, but check the details before buying.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
What to wear/what to pack for Monkey Bay, Malawi by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
Traveling to Monkey Bay in January, you will notice that it is warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Extra socks
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Light skirts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
February
If you are traveling to Monkey Bay in February, you will notice that it is warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion
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Bug repellent
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Light skirts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Extra socks
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sandals
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
March
Traveling to Monkey Bay in March, you will notice that it is warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Light skirts
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sandals
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion
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Extra socks
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
April
If you go to Monkey Bay in April, you will notice that it is balmy. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Extra socks
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Light skirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Bug repellent
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Sandals
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
May
May in Monkey Bay is mild. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
June
June here is mild. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
July
July is crisp. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
August
August in Monkey Bay is mild. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.
What to wear/what to pack:
September
If you are traveling to Monkey Bay in September, you will notice that it is balmy. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sandals
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Sunscreen lotion
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Extra socks
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Light skirts
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Bug repellent
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
October
If you go to Monkey Bay in October, you will notice that it is warm. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light skirts
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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
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Bug repellent
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
November
If you go to Monkey Bay in November, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Bug repellent
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Extra socks
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Sandals
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Light skirts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
December
If you are traveling to Monkey Bay in December, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Light skirts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Sandals
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Extra socks
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Bug repellent
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
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