Pleiku, Vietnam: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Pleiku, Vietnam? If you're planning to go to Pleiku, this is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Pleiku
- Important essentials for Pleiku
- Activities for Pleiku
- Pleiku in January: weather and what to pack
- Pleiku in February: weather and what to pack
- Pleiku in March: weather and what to pack
- Pleiku in April: weather and what to pack
- Pleiku in May: weather and what to pack
- Pleiku in June: weather and what to pack
- Pleiku in July: weather and what to pack
- Pleiku in August: weather and what to pack
- Pleiku in September: weather and what to pack
- Pleiku in October: weather and what to pack
- Pleiku in November: weather and what to pack
- Pleiku 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 Pleiku, Vietnam
Based on the climate and weather in Pleiku, the best time to go is February. See below for details.
Important essentials for Pleiku, Vietnam
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Pleiku, 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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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards often wear away. An unreadable vaccine card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection available.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly product.
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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).
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas may have unreliable 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 great one.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Airplane or car necessities
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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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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A, B and C. This one should be appropriate for most areas, but you may want to check with your hotel.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Pleiku. 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
What to wear/what to pack for Pleiku, Vietnam by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you go to Pleiku in January, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Light skirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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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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Extra socks
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Bug repellent
February
If you are traveling to Pleiku in February, you will notice that it is extremely warm and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sandals
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Extra socks
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Bug repellent
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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
March
If you vacation in Pleiku during March, you may see that it is really hot and dry with little 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 (mid 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also removes harmful contaminants:
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Skirts
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Waterproof sandals
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Loose-fit shorts
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Sunglasses
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
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Bug repellent
April
April is constantly hot. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
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Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Waterproof sandals
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Sunglasses
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Bug repellent
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes harmful contaminants:
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A rain coat to layer with another jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These are a lifesaver 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 suggest:
May
May in Pleiku is hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also filters contaminants:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these 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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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
June
June is warm and very rainy. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light skirts
-
Sandals
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Extra socks
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We suggest:
July
In July, Pleiku is warm and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the 60s F (high 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Pleiku, with more than half of the days of the month having rain.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light skirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Extra socks
-
Bug repellent
-
Sandals
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
August
If you are traveling to Pleiku in August, you will notice that it is warm and very rainy. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Bug repellent
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Extra socks
-
Light skirts
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We suggest:
September
If you vacation in Pleiku during September, you are likely to find that it is warm and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Light skirts
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Extra socks
-
Sandals
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We suggest:
October
October in Pleiku is hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) to low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Light skirts
-
Extra socks
-
Sandals
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We like:
November
If you visit Pleiku during November, you will probably notice that it is a perfect temperature. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (mid 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sandals
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Bug repellent
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Extra socks
-
Light skirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We recommend:
December
December in Pleiku is a perfect temperature and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light skirts
-
Sandals
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Extra socks
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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