Parapat, Indonesia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Parapat, Indonesia? If you're planning to go to Parapat, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Parapat
- Important essentials for Parapat
- Activities for Parapat
- Parapat in January: weather and what to pack
- Parapat in February: weather and what to pack
- Parapat in March: weather and what to pack
- Parapat in April: weather and what to pack
- Parapat in May: weather and what to pack
- Parapat in June: weather and what to pack
- Parapat in July: weather and what to pack
- Parapat in August: weather and what to pack
- Parapat in September: weather and what to pack
- Parapat in October: weather and what to pack
- Parapat in November: weather and what to pack
- Parapat 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 Parapat, Indonesia
Based on the climate and weather in Parapat, the best time to go is February. See below for details.
Important essentials for Parapat, Indonesia
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Parapat, 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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N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection you can have.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards frequently wear out. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
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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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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly product.
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General health necessities
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Emergency water purifier
Some areas of this country may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to have an emergency water purifier like this one.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a good choice.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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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.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Parapat. 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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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and F. This one should be appropriate for most areas, but you may want to check with your hotel.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
What to wear/what to pack for Parapat, Indonesia by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January in Parapat is extremely warm. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
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Sunglasses
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Waterproof sandals
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Loose-fit shorts
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
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Skirts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
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Bug repellent
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A rain coat to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These can be essential in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We recommend:
February
If you go to Parapat in February, you will notice that it is hot. Expect it to rain regularly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
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Bug repellent
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A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants will be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We suggest:
March
March in Parapat is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
-
A rain coat to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We like:
April
April in Parapat is hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We recommend:
May
May here is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
June
Traveling to Parapat in June, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Expect it to rain regularly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We recommend:
July
If you go to Parapat in July, you will notice that it is hot. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We recommend:
August
If you are traveling to Parapat in August, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We recommend:
September
If you go to Parapat in September, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We suggest:
October
If you are traveling to Parapat in October, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Bug repellent
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We suggest:
November
If you go to Parapat in November, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We like:
December
If you go to Parapat in December, you will notice that it is hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We suggest:
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