Myawaddy, Myanmar: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Myawaddy, Myanmar? If you're planning to go to Myawaddy, we have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Myawaddy
- Important essentials for Myawaddy
- Activities for Myawaddy
- Myawaddy in January: weather and what to pack
- Myawaddy in February: weather and what to pack
- Myawaddy in March: weather and what to pack
- Myawaddy in April: weather and what to pack
- Myawaddy in May: weather and what to pack
- Myawaddy in June: weather and what to pack
- Myawaddy in July: weather and what to pack
- Myawaddy in August: weather and what to pack
- Myawaddy in September: weather and what to pack
- Myawaddy in October: weather and what to pack
- Myawaddy in November: weather and what to pack
- Myawaddy 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 Myawaddy, Myanmar
Based on the climate and weather in Myawaddy, the best time to go is December. See below for details.
Important essentials for Myawaddy, Myanmar
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Myawaddy, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly option.
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Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
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(U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.
U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more
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N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can get worn. An unreadable vaccine card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
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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
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Emergency water purifier
Some areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to bring an emergency water purifier like this one.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a excellent one.
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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 A, C, D, G and I. This one should be appropriate for most countries, but you may want to check with your hotel.
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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 Myawaddy. 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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For families with young children
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Airplane or car necessities
What to wear/what to pack for Myawaddy, Myanmar by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January for Myawaddy can be sweltering 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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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Loose-fit shorts
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Bug repellent
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Sunglasses
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Waterproof sandals
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
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Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
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Skirts
February
February in this region is extremely hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Waterproof sandals
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Sunglasses
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
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Loose-fit shorts
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Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
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Bug repellent
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Skirts
March
If you vacation in Myawaddy during March, you will probably notice that it is unbearably hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light linen shorts
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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Insulated water bottle
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Thin short sleeve shirts
You should pack extra, as these get wet or dirty.
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are engineered to cool you and include UV protection.
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
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Waterproof sandals
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Bug repellent
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Sunglasses
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Bug bite relief
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Cooling tank or crop tops
These are developed to help you stay cool:
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Personal cooling fan
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UV protecting pants
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Skirts
April
April for Myawaddy can be sizzling and dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the high 90s F (high 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
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Light linen shorts
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Skirts
-
UV protecting pants
These will keep you safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are specially designed to cool you:
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are created to help you stay cool and offer UV protection.
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
You should bring extra, as these are likely to get wet or dirty.
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Bug bite relief
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Bug repellent
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Sunglasses
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is a great choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We recommend:
May
If you visit Myawaddy during May, you may see that it is unbearably hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (mid 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 once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Personal cooling fan
-
Protecting legwear
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Bug repellent
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are created to help you stay cool and to provide UV protection.
-
Sunglasses
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Skirts
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are created to cool you:
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
You should bring additional, since these are likely to get wet or dirty.
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Light linen shorts
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
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Rain pants
These are vital in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We suggest:
June
June in Myawaddy is really hot and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) to 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and guard against skin damage:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
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A rain coat to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants can be vital in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We like:
July
July in Myawaddy is hot and very rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) to 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are a lifesaver in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We recommend:
August
If you are traveling to Myawaddy in August, you will notice that it is extremely warm and very rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We suggest:
September
In September, Myawaddy can be sweltering and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 80s F (low 30s C) and a bit less than 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 Myawaddy, with several of the days of the month having rain.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We suggest:
October
October here can be very hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against the sun:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Bug repellent
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We suggest:
November
November in this region is really hot and dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We recommend:
December
December in this region is extremely hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
-
Waterproof sandals
Activities for Myawaddy, Myanmar
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Myawaddy.
If you go to a temple, such as Myikyaungon Temple (the Crocodile Temple), wear:
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