Pathein, Myanmar: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Pathein, Myanmar? If you're planning to go to Pathein, we have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Pathein
- Important essentials for Pathein
- Activities for Pathein
- Pathein in January: weather and what to pack
- Pathein in February: weather and what to pack
- Pathein in March: weather and what to pack
- Pathein in April: weather and what to pack
- Pathein in May: weather and what to pack
- Pathein in June: weather and what to pack
- Pathein in July: weather and what to pack
- Pathein in August: weather and what to pack
- Pathein in September: weather and what to pack
- Pathein in October: weather and what to pack
- Pathein in November: weather and what to pack
- Pathein 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 Pathein, Myanmar
Based on the climate and weather in Pathein, the best time to go is January. See below for details.
Important essentials for Pathein, Myanmar
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Pathein, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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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 excellent TSA-friendly choice.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.
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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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may get worn. An unreadable vaccination 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).
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some rural areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's wise to take a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a good 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 work in most places, 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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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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For families with young children
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Pathein. 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
What to wear/what to pack for Pathein, Myanmar by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you visit Pathein during January, you might find that it can be very hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
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Loose-fit shorts
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Waterproof sandals
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Skirts
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Bug repellent
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also cleans contaminants:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
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If you're going to the beach
If you are intending to visit the majestic St. Peters Cathedral, it's important to wear modest clothing:
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Long sleeve shirts/blouses
-
Long dresses
This one, for example.
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Trousers
If you see the Cultural Museum of the Ayerwaddy Delta, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Comfy walking shoes
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
February
If you visit Pathein during February, you may notice that it is constantly hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
If you're going to the beach
If you are intending to visit the majestic St. Peters Cathedral, it's important to wear modest clothing:
-
Long sleeve shirts/blouses
-
Long dresses
This one, for example.
-
Trousers
If you see the Cultural Museum of the Ayerwaddy Delta, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
March
Traveling to Pathein in March, you will notice that it can be sizzling and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the 90s F (mid 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are engineered for cooling and include UV protection.
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Cooling tank or crop tops
These are created to cool you:
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Sun protecting pants/skirts
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Sunglasses
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Waterproof sandals
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Insulated water bottle
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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Skirts
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Personal cooling fan
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Light linen shorts
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Bug repellent
Bug bite relief
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Thin short sleeve shirts
Do bring extra, since these easily get wet or dirty.
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
If you are intending to visit the majestic St. Peters Cathedral, it's important to wear modest clothing:
-
Long sleeve shirts/blouses
-
Long dresses
This one, for example.
-
Trousers
If you see the Cultural Museum of the Ayerwaddy Delta, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
April
If you are traveling to Pathein in April, you will notice that it is a scorcher and dry with little rain. Daytime temperatures are in the 90s F (mid 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Don't forget bring additional, since these often get wet or dirty.
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are developed for cooling:
-
Bug repellent
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are specially designed to help you stay cool and include UV protection.
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Light linen shorts
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Personal cooling fan
-
UV protecting legwear
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Insulated water bottle
Bug bite relief
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
If you are intending to visit the majestic St. Peters Cathedral, it's important to wear modest clothing:
-
Long sleeve shirts/blouses
-
Long dresses
This one, for example.
-
Trousers
If you see the Cultural Museum of the Ayerwaddy Delta, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
May
May in Pathein is consistently hot. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
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Rain pants
These can be vital in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We recommend:
If you are intending to visit the majestic St. Peters Cathedral, it's important to wear modest clothing:
-
Long sleeve shirts/blouses
-
Long dresses
This one, for example.
-
Trousers
If you see the Cultural Museum of the Ayerwaddy Delta, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
June
If you visit Pathein during June, you are likely to see that it is consistently hot and very rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain most days.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
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 can be essential in heavy rain.
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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 bags don't get wet. We suggest:
If you are intending to visit the majestic St. Peters Cathedral, it's important to wear modest clothing:
-
Long sleeve shirts/blouses
-
Long dresses
This one, for example.
-
Trousers
If you see the Cultural Museum of the Ayerwaddy Delta, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
July
In July, Pathein is pretty consistently hot and extremely rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (high 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Pathein, with most of the days of the month having rain.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We recommend:
If you are intending to visit the majestic St. Peters Cathedral, it's important to wear modest clothing:
-
Long sleeve shirts/blouses
-
Long dresses
This one, for example.
-
Trousers
If you see the Cultural Museum of the Ayerwaddy Delta, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
August
In August, Pathein is pretty consistently hot and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (high 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Pathein, with more than half of the days of the month having rain.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We recommend:
If you are intending to visit the majestic St. Peters Cathedral, it's important to wear modest clothing:
-
Long sleeve shirts/blouses
-
Long dresses
This one, for example.
-
Trousers
If you see the Cultural Museum of the Ayerwaddy Delta, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
September
If you vacation in Pathein during September, you will probably notice 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 70s F (mid 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also filters harmful contaminants:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We recommend:
If you are intending to visit the majestic St. Peters Cathedral, it's important to wear modest clothing:
-
Long sleeve shirts/blouses
-
Long dresses
This one, for example.
-
Trousers
If you see the Cultural Museum of the Ayerwaddy Delta, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
October
If you go to Pathein in October, you will notice that it is consistently hot and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also cleans contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We suggest:
If you are intending to visit the majestic St. Peters Cathedral, it's important to wear modest clothing:
-
Long sleeve shirts/blouses
-
Long dresses
This one, for example.
-
Trousers
If you see the Cultural Museum of the Ayerwaddy Delta, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
November
November in this region is really hot. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We recommend:
If you are intending to visit the majestic St. Peters Cathedral, it's important to wear modest clothing:
-
Long sleeve shirts/blouses
-
Long dresses
This one, for example.
-
Trousers
If you see the Cultural Museum of the Ayerwaddy Delta, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
December
December is pretty consistently hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against UV rays:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
If you're going to the beach
If you are intending to visit the majestic St. Peters Cathedral, it's important to wear modest clothing:
-
Long sleeve shirts/blouses
-
Long dresses
This one, for example.
-
Trousers
If you see the Cultural Museum of the Ayerwaddy Delta, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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