Northern Samar, Philippines: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Northern Samar, Philippines? If you're planning to go to Northern Samar, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Northern Samar
- Important essentials for Northern Samar
- Activities for Northern Samar
- Northern Samar in January: weather and what to pack
- Northern Samar in February: weather and what to pack
- Northern Samar in March: weather and what to pack
- Northern Samar in April: weather and what to pack
- Northern Samar in May: weather and what to pack
- Northern Samar in June: weather and what to pack
- Northern Samar in July: weather and what to pack
- Northern Samar in August: weather and what to pack
- Northern Samar in September: weather and what to pack
- Northern Samar in October: weather and what to pack
- Northern Samar in November: weather and what to pack
- Northern Samar 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 Northern Samar, Philippines
Based on the climate and weather in Northern Samar, the best time to go is April. See below for details.
Important essentials for Northern Samar, Philippines
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Northern Samar, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly option.
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Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can get worn. An unreadable card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
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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).
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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 available.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
General health necessities
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Emergency water purifier
Some areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to take an emergency water purifier like this one.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a excellent kit.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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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 Northern Samar. 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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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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For families with young children
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A, B and C. This one should be appropriate for most countries, but you should check with your hotel.
What to wear/what to pack for Northern Samar, Philippines by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you visit Northern Samar during January, you are likely to see that it is pretty consistently 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). Humidity is generally between 80 and 90% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Extra socks
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Sandals
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Light skirts
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
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A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants can be vital in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We recommend:
February
February in this region is pretty consistently hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
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Skirts
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and guard against UV rays:
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Sunglasses
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Bug repellent
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Loose-fit shorts
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Waterproof sandals
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If you're going to the beach
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A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We like these 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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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:
March
In March, Northern Samar is pretty consistently hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 80s F (high 20s C) and about half of the time jump into the 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Northern Samar, with several of the days of the month having rain. In March, humidity reaches as high as 80%.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
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Sunglasses
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Bug repellent
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Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
April
If you visit Northern Samar during April, you will probably find 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 high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Waterproof sandals
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Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
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Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
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Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We recommend:
May
If you go to Northern Samar in May, you will notice that it can be very hot. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against skin damage:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
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Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants are essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We like:
June
If you visit Northern Samar during June, you may find that it is consistently 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 high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We like:
July
If you vacation in Northern Samar during July, you will probably find that it can be very hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Bug repellent
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We like:
August
If you go to Northern Samar in August, you will notice that it is constantly hot and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We suggest:
September
In September, Northern Samar can be very hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Northern Samar, with several of the days of the month having rain. In September, humidity reaches as high as 80%.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We like:
October
In October, Northern Samar is really hot and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Northern Samar, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In October, humidity reaches as high as 90%.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We suggest:
November
In November, Northern Samar is pretty consistently hot and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 80s F (high 20s C) and regularly jump into the 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Northern Samar, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In November, humidity reaches as high as 90%.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and protect you from the sun:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We recommend:
December
In December, Northern Samar is hot and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 80s F (high 20s C) and occasionally jump into the 80s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Northern Samar, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. In December, humidity reaches as high as 90%.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Light skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We like:
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